Dick Robertson
Born: 9/16/1891 in Rockville, MD, USA
Died: 10/2/1944 in New Orleans, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-09-16 | Final Game: 1919-06-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Preston James Robertson
Biography
Dick Robertson was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1913 to 1919. Born in 1891, Robertson made his debut during an era marked by a transition in the game, as teams began to adopt more specialized roles for pitchers. Throughout his career, Robertson compiled a win-loss record of 3-8 and achieved an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.89, indicating his effectiveness on the mound. Despite a relatively short career, he showcased his skills through 26 strikeouts, contributing to his team's efforts during a time when the game was heavily influenced by the deadball era.
Robertson's tenure in Major League Baseball saw him play for teams that were navigating the complexities of the sport's evolving strategies. While he did not register any saves, his ability to maintain a low ERA underscored his talent as a reliable pitcher. Although not widely recognized in the annals of baseball history, Dick Robertson's contributions to the game during the early 20th century reflect the dedication and adaptability of players in a rapidly changing sporting landscape.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 8 | 22 | 14 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 124.7 | 125 | 40 | 1 | 46 | 26 | 2.89 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | CIN | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 13 | 8 | 9 | 1 | 7.20 | -499.2 |
| 1918 | BRO | NL | 3 | 6 | 13 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 87.0 | 87 | 25 | 28 | 18 | 2.59 | -36.6 |
| 1919 | WSN | AL | 0 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.7 | 25 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 2.28 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 40 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.225 | 0.244 | 0.250 | 0.494 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | CIN | NL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1918 | BRO | NL | 14 | 30 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1919 | WSN | AL | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 22 | 0 | 7 | 33 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | CIN | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1918 | BRO | P | 13 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 1 |
| 1919 | WS1 | P | 7 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 22 |