Willis Roberts
Active Player
Born: 6/19/1975 in San Cristobal, San Cristóbal, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1999-07-02 | Final Game: 2004-08-13
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Willis Augusto Roberts
Biography
Willis Roberts was a professional baseball pitcher who made a notable impact in Major League Baseball from 1999 to 2004. Born in 1975, Roberts established himself as a reliable arm during his tenure, finishing with a career record of 17-15 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.64. Over the course of his six-year career, he recorded 179 strikeouts and notched 7 saves, showcasing his ability both as a starter and a reliever.
Roberts played during a dynamic era in baseball, marked by significant offensive output and the increasing prevalence of power hitters. His versatility on the mound allowed him to adapt to the demands of the game, contributing to his teams in various roles. While he may not have achieved superstar status, Roberts' steady presence in the bullpen and rotation earned him respect among teammates and opponents alike. His career continues to be remembered as part of the rich tapestry of baseball's evolution in the early 2000s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 15 | 148 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 259.7 | 277 | 134 | 27 | 112 | 179 | 4.64 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 13.50 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | BAL | AL | 9 | 10 | 46 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 132.0 | 142 | 72 | 55 | 95 | 4.91 | -574.5 |
| 2002 | BAL | AL | 5 | 4 | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 75.0 | 79 | 28 | 32 | 51 | 3.36 | 703.2 |
| 2003 | BAL | AL | 3 | 1 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39.3 | 41 | 25 | 16 | 26 | 5.72 | -1365.6 |
| 2004 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 12 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 5.25 | -50.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 175 | 75 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 31 | 0.133 | 0.175 | 0.147 | 0.322 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | DET | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | BAL | AL | 46 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | BAL | AL | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | BAL | AL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | PIT | NL | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2025 | PIT | NL | 27 | 70 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 27 | 0.129 | 0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 148 | 18 | 15 | 39 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | DET | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | BAL | P | 46 | 18 | 6 | 21 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 | BAL | P | 66 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 | BAL | P | 26 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | PIT | P | 9 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 148 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | BAL | AL | $3,500,000 |
| 2002 | BAL | AL | $260,000 |
| 2001 | BAL | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,960,000 | ||