Bip Roberts
Born: 10/27/1963 in Berkeley, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-04-07 | Final Game: 1998-09-27
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Leon Joseph Roberts
Biography
Bip Roberts, born in 1963, was a versatile position player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1986 until his retirement in 1998. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,202 games, amassing 1,220 hits and achieving a remarkable batting average of .294. Known for his speed and agility on the base paths, Roberts recorded 264 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to change the dynamics of a game with his quickness. He contributed 30 home runs and 352 RBIs, solidifying his reputation as a well-rounded offensive threat.
Roberts was selected as an All-Star once during his career, which was marked by a distinctive playing style that combined contact hitting with base-stealing prowess. He played prominently during the late 1980s and 1990s, an era characterized by the emergence of power hitters and an evolving approach to offensive strategies in baseball. His contributions were not only felt on the field but also resonated with fans who appreciated his hustle and dedication to the game. With a career that spanned over a decade, Bip Roberts left a lasting legacy as a player who exemplified the excitement and athleticism of baseball during his time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1202 | 4147 | 663 | 1220 | 203 | 31 | 30 | 352 | 264 | 396 | 548 | 0.294 | 0.358 | 0.380 | 0.737 | 1895.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | SDP | NL | 101 | 241 | 34 | 61 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 29 | 0.253 | -784.3 |
| 1988 | SDP | NL | 5 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | SDP | NL | 117 | 329 | 81 | 99 | 15 | 8 | 3 | 25 | 21 | 49 | 45 | 0.301 | 1195.0 |
| 1990 | SDP | NL | 149 | 556 | 104 | 172 | 36 | 3 | 9 | 44 | 46 | 55 | 65 | 0.309 | 1646.3 |
| 1991 | SDP | NL | 117 | 424 | 66 | 119 | 13 | 3 | 3 | 32 | 26 | 37 | 71 | 0.281 | -127.0 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | 147 | 532 | 92 | 172 | 34 | 6 | 4 | 45 | 44 | 62 | 54 | 0.323 | 2038.4 |
| 1993 | CIN | NL | 83 | 292 | 46 | 70 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 26 | 38 | 46 | 0.240 | -709.5 |
| 1994 | SDP | NL | 105 | 403 | 52 | 129 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 31 | 21 | 39 | 57 | 0.320 | 307.4 |
| 1995 | SDP | NL | 73 | 296 | 40 | 90 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 25 | 20 | 17 | 36 | 0.304 | -233.4 |
| 1996 | KCR | AL | 90 | 339 | 39 | 96 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 52 | 12 | 25 | 38 | 0.283 | -719.7 |
| 1997 | CLE | AL | 23 | 85 | 19 | 23 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 7 | 14 | 0.271 | -25.5 |
| 1997 | KCR | AL | 97 | 346 | 44 | 107 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 36 | 15 | 21 | 53 | 0.309 | -25.5 |
| 1998 | DET | AL | 34 | 113 | 17 | 28 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 0.248 | -206.7 |
| 1998 | OAK | AL | 61 | 182 | 28 | 51 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 15 | 24 | 0.280 | -206.7 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 61 | 4 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 15 | 0.246 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | WS | CLE | 6 | 22 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 0.273 |
| 1997 | ALDS1 | CLE | 5 | 19 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.316 |
| 1997 | ALCS | CLE | 5 | 20 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.150 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 501 | 440 | 860 | 1232 | 49 | 245 |
| 3B | 147 | 118 | 76 | 236 | 14 | 17 |
| OF | 464 | 381 | 837 | 22 | 16 | 3 |
| SS | 40 | 32 | 54 | 84 | 6 | 19 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | SDN | 2B | 87 | 65 | 166 | 172 | 10 | 33 |
| 1988 | SDN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1988 | SDN | 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | SDN | 2B | 9 | 5 | 17 | 23 | 1 | 7 |
| 1989 | SDN | 3B | 37 | 29 | 15 | 59 | 2 | 3 |
| 1989 | SDN | SS | 14 | 12 | 25 | 28 | 4 | 7 |
| 1989 | SDN | OF | 54 | 33 | 77 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1990 | SDN | 2B | 8 | 8 | 10 | 25 | 3 | 6 |
| 1990 | SDN | 3B | 56 | 46 | 34 | 89 | 6 | 7 |
| 1990 | SDN | SS | 18 | 13 | 23 | 38 | 1 | 8 |
| 1990 | SDN | OF | 75 | 69 | 160 | 8 | 3 | 1 |
| 1991 | SDN | 2B | 68 | 64 | 128 | 185 | 7 | 35 |
| 1991 | SDN | OF | 46 | 41 | 111 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1992 | CIN | 2B | 42 | 31 | 51 | 83 | 1 | 7 |
| 1992 | CIN | 3B | 36 | 29 | 20 | 68 | 5 | 6 |
| 1992 | CIN | OF | 79 | 73 | 138 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | CIN | 2B | 64 | 63 | 136 | 172 | 5 | 31 |
| 1993 | CIN | 3B | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | CIN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | CIN | OF | 11 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | SDN | 2B | 90 | 85 | 148 | 221 | 9 | 42 |
| 1994 | SDN | OF | 20 | 13 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | SDN | 2B | 25 | 23 | 37 | 68 | 2 | 11 |
| 1995 | SDN | SS | 7 | 7 | 6 | 18 | 1 | 4 |
| 1995 | SDN | OF | 50 | 39 | 92 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | KCA | 2B | 63 | 57 | 101 | 189 | 4 | 42 |
| 1996 | KCA | OF | 11 | 10 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | CLE | 2B | 13 | 13 | 24 | 31 | 4 | 9 |
| 1997 | CLE | OF | 10 | 8 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | KCA | 3B | 10 | 9 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | KCA | OF | 84 | 73 | 146 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 1998 | DET | 2B | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 1998 | DET | OF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | OAK | 2B | 30 | 25 | 38 | 58 | 3 | 18 |
| 1998 | OAK | 3B | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | OAK | OF | 22 | 14 | 40 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 501 |
| Third Base | 147 |
| Shortstop | 40 |
| Left Field | 383 |
| Center Field | 72 |
| Right Field | 24 |
| Designated Hitter | 45 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Player of the Week | Week of 1992-09-26 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | DET | AL | $2,300,000 |
| 1997 | KCA | AL | $1,950,000 |
| 1996 | KCA | AL | $2,500,000 |
| 1995 | SDN | NL | $2,300,000 |
| 1994 | SDN | NL | $1,650,000 |
| 1993 | CIN | NL | $3,900,000 |
| 1992 | CIN | NL | $1,550,000 |
| 1991 | SDN | NL | $675,000 |
| 1990 | SDN | NL | $195,000 |
| 1989 | SDN | NL | $74,000 |
| 1986 | SDN | NL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $17,154,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 8th | 64.0 | 336 | 0 |