Roberto Rivera
Born: 1/1/1969 in Bayamon, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1995-09-03 | Final Game: 1999-05-05
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Biography
Roberto Rivera was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1969, who played in Major League Baseball from 1995 until his retirement in 1999. Rivera's career spanned a dynamic era in the sport characterized by increasing offensive production and the emergence of specialized relief pitchers. Despite a relatively brief tenure in the majors, he made his mark with a competitive spirit and a dedication to the game.
Throughout his career, Rivera compiled a record of 1-2 with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.5, striking out 5 batters and finishing with 0 saves. His contributions on the mound reflected the challenges of pitching during a time when hitters were increasingly powerful, yet Rivera's perseverance and skill allowed him to compete at the highest level. While his statistical achievements may not place him among the most celebrated pitchers in baseball history, his journey through the game remains a testament to the hard work and determination required to succeed at the professional level.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 4.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CHC | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5.40 | - |
| 1999 | SDP | NL | 1 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3.86 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CHC | NL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | SDP | NL | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 19 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CHN | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | SDN | P | 12 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 19 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CHN | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $109,000 | ||