Bob Robertson
Born: 10/2/1946 in Frostburg, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-09-18 | Final Game: 1979-06-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Robert Eugene Robertson
Biography
Bob Robertson, born in 1946, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1967 until his retirement in 1979. With a career spanning over a decade, Robertson appeared in 829 games, during which he made a significant impact on the field. Known for his power-hitting ability, he recorded 115 home runs and drove in 368 runs, showcasing his offensive contributions to his teams. His batting average stood at .242, reflecting the challenges faced by many hitters during the era in which he played.
Robertson's career unfolded primarily in the late 1960s through the 1970s, a period marked by a transition in baseball as players adjusted to the evolving game dynamics. In addition to his power at the plate, he displayed speed on the base paths with a total of 7 stolen bases. With 578 career hits, he left a legacy as a reliable contributor, particularly noted for his performances with the Pittsburgh Pirates. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for during a transformative period in baseball history remain noteworthy.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 829 | 2385 | 283 | 578 | 93 | 10 | 115 | 368 | 7 | 317 | 546 | 0.242 | 0.331 | 0.434 | 0.766 | 5121.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | PIT | NL | 9 | 35 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | PIT | NL | 32 | 96 | 7 | 20 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 8 | 30 | 0.208 | -293.9 |
| 1970 | PIT | NL | 117 | 390 | 69 | 112 | 19 | 4 | 27 | 82 | 4 | 51 | 98 | 0.287 | 2208.4 |
| 1971 | PIT | NL | 131 | 469 | 65 | 127 | 18 | 2 | 26 | 72 | 1 | 60 | 101 | 0.271 | 2089.3 |
| 1972 | PIT | NL | 115 | 306 | 25 | 59 | 11 | 0 | 12 | 41 | 1 | 41 | 84 | 0.193 | -204.4 |
| 1973 | PIT | NL | 119 | 397 | 43 | 95 | 16 | 0 | 14 | 40 | 0 | 55 | 77 | 0.239 | 228.5 |
| 1974 | PIT | NL | 91 | 236 | 25 | 54 | 11 | 0 | 16 | 48 | 0 | 33 | 48 | 0.229 | 595.7 |
| 1975 | PIT | NL | 75 | 124 | 17 | 34 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 18 | 0 | 23 | 25 | 0.274 | 503.5 |
| 1976 | PIT | NL | 61 | 129 | 10 | 28 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 25 | 0 | 16 | 23 | 0.217 | -202.5 |
| 1978 | SEA | AL | 64 | 174 | 17 | 40 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 28 | 0 | 24 | 39 | 0.230 | 196.4 |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 15 | 29 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0.103 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 53 | 10 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 6 | 10 | 0.283 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | NLCS | PIT | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.500 |
| 1974 | NLCS | PIT | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1972 | NLCS | PIT | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 |
| 1971 | WS | PIT | 7 | 25 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 0.240 |
| 1971 | NLCS | PIT | 4 | 16 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0.438 |
| 1970 | NLCS | PIT | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 602 | 541 | 4915 | 453 | 32 | 494 |
| 3B | 16 | 15 | 10 | 23 | 3 | 3 |
| OF | 26 | 25 | 39 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | PIT | 1B | 9 | 9 | 91 | 5 | 1 | 9 |
| 1969 | PIT | 1B | 26 | 23 | 214 | 16 | 1 | 19 |
| 1970 | PIT | 1B | 99 | 96 | 907 | 78 | 5 | 107 |
| 1970 | PIT | 3B | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1970 | PIT | OF | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1971 | PIT | 1B | 126 | 126 | 1089 | 128 | 9 | 107 |
| 1972 | PIT | 1B | 89 | 51 | 502 | 60 | 4 | 57 |
| 1972 | PIT | 3B | 11 | 10 | 6 | 20 | 2 | 2 |
| 1972 | PIT | OF | 23 | 22 | 35 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1973 | PIT | 1B | 107 | 106 | 957 | 79 | 5 | 91 |
| 1974 | PIT | 1B | 63 | 56 | 494 | 37 | 5 | 44 |
| 1975 | PIT | 1B | 27 | 25 | 209 | 18 | 1 | 10 |
| 1976 | PIT | 1B | 29 | 28 | 257 | 17 | 1 | 28 |
| 1978 | SEA | 1B | 18 | 16 | 141 | 8 | 0 | 16 |
| 1979 | TOR | 1B | 9 | 5 | 54 | 7 | 0 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 603 |
| Third Base | 16 |
| Left Field | 26 |
| Designated Hitter | 33 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 27th | 3.0 | 336 | 0 |