Charlie Robertson
Born: 1/31/1896 in Dexter, TX, USA
Died: 8/23/1984 in Fort Worth, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1919-05-13 | Final Game: 1928-06-18
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Charles Culbertson Robertson
Biography
Charlie Robertson was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1919 to 1928. Born in 1896, Robertson made his debut during an era that was transitioning into the lively ball period, a time characterized by increased offensive output and the emergence of power hitters. He was known for his durability on the mound, showcasing a career record of 49 wins and 80 losses, alongside an earned run average (ERA) of 4.44. Over the course of his career, he struck out 310 batters and recorded one save, demonstrating his ability to contribute both as a starter and in relief situations.
Robertson's playing style was marked by his competitive spirit and tenacity, which resonated with fans during a time when the game was evolving rapidly. Although he did not achieve the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, he remained a steady presence in the league throughout his tenure. His contributions are often appreciated within the context of the late 1910s and 1920s, as players like Robertson navigated the challenges of an expanding game and set the stage for future generations of pitchers. After retiring in 1928, he left a legacy as a hardworking pitcher who persevered through the trials of a demanding era in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 80 | 166 | 142 | 60 | 6 | 1 | 1005.0 | 1149 | 496 | 38 | 377 | 310 | 4.44 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9.00 | - |
| 1922 | CHW | AL | 14 | 15 | 37 | 34 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 272.0 | 294 | 110 | 89 | 83 | 3.64 | - |
| 1923 | CHW | AL | 13 | 18 | 38 | 34 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 255.0 | 262 | 108 | 104 | 91 | 3.81 | - |
| 1924 | CHW | AL | 4 | 10 | 17 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 97.3 | 108 | 54 | 54 | 29 | 4.99 | - |
| 1925 | CHW | AL | 8 | 12 | 24 | 23 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 137.0 | 181 | 80 | 47 | 27 | 5.26 | - |
| 1926 | SLA | AL | 1 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 28.0 | 38 | 26 | 21 | 13 | 8.36 | -1680.6 |
| 1927 | BSN | NL | 7 | 17 | 28 | 22 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 154.3 | 188 | 81 | 46 | 49 | 4.72 | 1964.3 |
| 1928 | BSN | NL | 2 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 59.3 | 73 | 35 | 16 | 17 | 5.31 | -336.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 166 | 327 | 19 | 68 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 21 | 28 | 0.208 | 0.256 | 0.220 | 0.476 | -1333.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1922 | CHW | AL | 37 | 87 | 3 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 0.184 | -623.0 |
| 1923 | CHW | AL | 38 | 85 | 4 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.247 | -431.7 |
| 1924 | CHW | AL | 17 | 33 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1925 | CHW | AL | 24 | 45 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1926 | SLA | AL | 8 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1927 | BSN | NL | 28 | 50 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.240 | -278.6 |
| 1928 | BSN | NL | 13 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 166 | 0 | 26 | 190 | 5 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | CHA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1922 | CHA | P | 37 | 0 | 6 | 48 | 1 | 1 |
| 1923 | CHA | P | 38 | 0 | 8 | 54 | 0 | 2 |
| 1924 | CHA | P | 17 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 2 | 1 |
| 1925 | CHA | P | 24 | 0 | 6 | 28 | 1 | 0 |
| 1926 | SLA | P | 8 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1927 | BSN | P | 28 | 0 | 3 | 28 | 1 | 1 |
| 1928 | BSN | P | 13 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 166 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin College | Sherman | TX | 1917 |