Andre Robertson
Born: 10/2/1957 in Orange, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-09-03 | Final Game: 1985-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Andre Levett Robertson
Biography
Andre Robertson was a professional baseball player born in 1957, who played in Major League Baseball from 1981 to 1985. Primarily a position player, Robertson competed in a total of 254 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility and dedication on the field. He recorded 182 hits, accumulating a batting average of .251, and demonstrated his ability to contribute to his team's offense with 54 RBIs and 5 home runs. In addition to his hitting prowess, he also displayed speed on the bases, finishing his career with 4 stolen bases.
Robertson's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was beginning to move away from the traditional styles of play that characterized earlier decades. While not a superstar, he carved out a niche for himself as a reliable player, known for his hustle and work ethic. His contributions on the field reflected the evolving nature of the game in the early 1980s, as teams began to emphasize speed and situational hitting. Although he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Andre Robertson's time in MLB remains a testament to the perseverance and talent required to succeed at the highest level of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 254 | 724 | 80 | 182 | 32 | 4 | 5 | 54 | 4 | 26 | 120 | 0.251 | 0.279 | 0.327 | 0.607 | -1976.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | NYY | AL | 10 | 19 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.263 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | NYY | AL | 44 | 118 | 16 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 19 | 0.220 | -365.8 |
| 1983 | NYY | AL | 98 | 322 | 37 | 80 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 22 | 2 | 8 | 54 | 0.248 | -1069.5 |
| 1984 | NYY | AL | 52 | 140 | 10 | 30 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 0.214 | -715.6 |
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 50 | 125 | 16 | 41 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 1 | 6 | 24 | 0.328 | 173.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | WS | NYA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 1981 | ALCS | NYA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 55 | 44 | 128 | 102 | 4 | 26 |
| 3B | 35 | 32 | 11 | 41 | 8 | 6 |
| SS | 176 | 137 | 217 | 490 | 35 | 114 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | NYA | 2B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | NYA | SS | 8 | 5 | 7 | 17 | 0 | 2 |
| 1982 | NYA | 2B | 15 | 10 | 44 | 25 | 2 | 6 |
| 1982 | NYA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | NYA | SS | 27 | 22 | 40 | 73 | 4 | 21 |
| 1983 | NYA | 2B | 29 | 28 | 72 | 60 | 1 | 15 |
| 1983 | NYA | SS | 78 | 62 | 91 | 242 | 14 | 49 |
| 1984 | NYA | 2B | 6 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| 1984 | NYA | SS | 49 | 40 | 63 | 136 | 15 | 34 |
| 1985 | NYA | 2B | 2 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 1985 | NYA | 3B | 33 | 32 | 11 | 41 | 8 | 6 |
| 1985 | NYA | SS | 14 | 8 | 16 | 22 | 2 | 8 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 55 |
| Third Base | 36 |
| Shortstop | 174 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at Austin | Austin | TX | 1977, 1978, 1979 |