Rich Robertson
Born: 9/15/1968 in Nacogdoches, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-04-30 | Final Game: 1998-05-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Richard Wayne Robertson
Biography
Rich Robertson, born in 1968, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1993 until 1998. Known for his durability on the mound, Robertson made his mark during a transitional period in baseball characterized by increased offensive production and the emergence of power hitters. Over the course of his career, he compiled a win-loss record of 17-30 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.4, showcasing both the challenges and competitiveness he faced in the league.
Robertson's career included a total of 237 strikeouts, reflecting his ability to miss bats and deliver key pitches in critical situations. Although he did not achieve any saves during his time in the majors, his contributions to his teams were significant as he often took on a variety of roles within the pitching staff. While his career may not have been highlighted by accolades, Robertson's presence on the mound during the late 1990s contributed to the landscape of baseball during an era of evolving strategies and player dynamics.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 30 | 114 | 61 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 415.3 | 460 | 249 | 50 | 233 | 237 | 5.40 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 6.00 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.7 | 20 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 6.89 | -460.7 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 2 | 0 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 51.7 | 48 | 22 | 31 | 38 | 3.83 | 16.1 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | 7 | 17 | 36 | 31 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 186.3 | 197 | 106 | 116 | 114 | 5.12 | -4278.0 |
| 1997 | MIN | AL | 8 | 12 | 31 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 147.0 | 169 | 93 | 70 | 69 | 5.69 | -3832.6 |
| 1998 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 11 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 15.88 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 114 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.222 | 0.222 | 0.222 | 0.444 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | 8 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | MIN | AL | 31 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | LAA | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 114 | 61 | 25 | 53 | 4 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | PIT | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | PIT | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | MIN | P | 25 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | MIN | P | 36 | 31 | 15 | 31 | 1 | 5 |
| 1997 | MIN | P | 31 | 26 | 6 | 13 | 2 | 2 |
| 1998 | ANA | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 114 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | MIN | AL | $205,000 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | $140,000 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | $120,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $465,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M University | College Station | TX | 1990 |
| San Jacinto College - North Campus | Houston | TX | 1989 |