Skippy Roberge
Born: 5/19/1917 in Lowell, MA, USA
Died: 6/7/1993 in Lowell, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1941-07-18 | Final Game: 1946-06-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Joseph Albert Armand Roberge
Biography
Skippy Roberge, born in 1917, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues during the mid-1940s. His career spanned from July 18, 1941, to June 15, 1946, during a time when the sport was grappling with the impacts of World War II and the integration of baseball. Roberge played a total of 177 games, primarily contributing as a position player. He recorded 112 hits and achieved a batting average of .22, reflecting the challenges faced by players in an era characterized by strong pitching and defensive play.
Throughout his career, Roberge showcased a blend of speed and power, evidenced by his three home runs and 47 runs batted in, alongside two stolen bases. While his statistical output may not have placed him among the eraβs stars, his dedication to the game and the roles he filled were significant during a transformative period in baseball history. Roberge's tenure in the Major Leagues remains a testament to the resilience and spirit of players who participated in the game during challenging times.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 177 | 508 | 35 | 112 | 19 | 2 | 3 | 47 | 2 | 25 | 49 | 0.220 | 0.261 | 0.283 | 0.545 | -1914.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | BSN | NL | 55 | 167 | 12 | 36 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 9 | 18 | 0.216 | -836.9 |
| 1942 | BSN | NL | 74 | 172 | 10 | 37 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 9 | 19 | 0.215 | -647.1 |
| 1946 | BSN | NL | 48 | 169 | 13 | 39 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 20 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 0.231 | -430.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 75 | 0 | 158 | 198 | 8 | 44 |
| 3B | 80 | 0 | 89 | 145 | 8 | 17 |
| SS | 8 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | BSN | 2B | 46 | 0 | 95 | 132 | 5 | 31 |
| 1941 | BSN | 3B | 5 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1941 | BSN | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1942 | BSN | 2B | 29 | 0 | 63 | 66 | 3 | 13 |
| 1942 | BSN | 3B | 27 | 0 | 24 | 61 | 3 | 6 |
| 1942 | BSN | SS | 6 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 1946 | BSN | 3B | 48 | 0 | 63 | 80 | 4 | 11 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 74 |
| Third Base | 81 |
| Shortstop | 8 |