Ryan Roberts
Born: 9/19/1980 in Fort Worth, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2006-07-30 | Final Game: 2014-04-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Ryan Alan Roberts
Biography
Ryan Roberts, born in 1980, was a professional baseball player who made significant contributions as a position player from 2006 to 2014. Over the course of his career, he played in 518 games, where he compiled a total of 365 hits, including 46 home runs and 169 RBIs. His career batting average stood at .243, and he showcased his speed on the bases with 35 stolen bases.
Roberts was known for his versatility on the field, often playing multiple infield positions, which made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. His playing style reflected the evolving nature of baseball in the late 2000s, as he combined power with speed, exemplifying the traits sought after by teams during an era that increasingly valued athleticism and flexibility in player roles. Though he may not have achieved superstardom, Roberts left his mark as a reliable contributor in the major leagues, embodying the spirit of determination and adaptability that characterizes many successful players in the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 518 | 1500 | 205 | 365 | 71 | 4 | 46 | 169 | 35 | 166 | 320 | 0.243 | 0.320 | 0.388 | 0.708 | -75.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | TOR | AL | 9 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | TOR | AL | 8 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | TEX | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | AZ | NL | 110 | 305 | 41 | 85 | 17 | 2 | 7 | 25 | 7 | 40 | 55 | 0.279 | 366.5 |
| 2010 | AZ | NL | 36 | 66 | 8 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0.197 | -264.4 |
| 2011 | AZ | NL | 143 | 482 | 86 | 120 | 25 | 2 | 19 | 65 | 18 | 66 | 98 | 0.249 | 758.7 |
| 2012 | AZ | NL | 83 | 252 | 28 | 63 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 34 | 6 | 22 | 45 | 0.250 | -395.0 |
| 2012 | TBR | AL | 60 | 187 | 23 | 40 | 10 | 0 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 18 | 47 | 0.214 | -395.0 |
| 2013 | TBR | AL | 60 | 162 | 15 | 40 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 11 | 39 | 0.247 | -172.6 |
| 2014 | BOS | AL | 8 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0.105 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 20 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0.350 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | NLDS2 | ARI | 5 | 20 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0.350 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 197 | 148 | 294 | 425 | 10 | 91 |
| 3B | 225 | 202 | 135 | 396 | 24 | 30 |
| OF | 36 | 24 | 46 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | TOR | 2B | 8 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 0 | 3 |
| 2007 | TOR | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | TOR | 3B | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | TOR | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | ARI | 2B | 57 | 45 | 99 | 117 | 2 | 18 |
| 2009 | ARI | 3B | 19 | 15 | 14 | 24 | 3 | 3 |
| 2009 | ARI | OF | 16 | 12 | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | ARI | 2B | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 | ARI | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | ARI | OF | 15 | 9 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | ARI | 2B | 28 | 23 | 48 | 73 | 4 | 17 |
| 2011 | ARI | 3B | 107 | 102 | 74 | 197 | 10 | 15 |
| 2011 | ARI | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | ARI | OF | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | ARI | 2B | 8 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 0 | 8 |
| 2012 | ARI | 3B | 60 | 57 | 37 | 118 | 7 | 8 |
| 2012 | ARI | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | TBA | 2B | 46 | 40 | 76 | 117 | 0 | 26 |
| 2012 | TBA | 3B | 18 | 11 | 3 | 30 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | TBA | 1B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | TBA | 2B | 48 | 30 | 46 | 84 | 4 | 17 |
| 2013 | TBA | 3B | 9 | 6 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 3 |
| 2014 | BOS | 3B | 8 | 7 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Second Base | 197 |
| Third Base | 225 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
| Left Field | 35 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | TBA | AL | $2,950,000 |
| 2012 | ARI | NL | $2,012,500 |
| 2011 | ARI | NL | $423,500 |
| 2009 | ARI | NL | $400,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,786,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastfield College | Mesquite | TX | 2001 |
| Galveston College | Galveston | TX | 2000 |
| University of Texas at Arlington | Arlington | TX | 2002, 2003 |