Chick Robitaille
Born: 3/2/1879 in Whitehall, NY, USA
Died: 7/30/1947 in Waterford, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1904-09-02 | Final Game: 1905-08-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Joseph Anthony Robitaille
Biography
Chick Robitaille, born in 1879, was a talented pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1904 to 1905. Over the course of his brief career, he compiled a record of 12 wins and 8 losses, showcasing a notable earned run average (ERA) of 2.56. Robitaille was known for his ability to strike out batters, totaling 66 strikeouts during his time on the mound. Despite the era's emphasis on offense, he distinguished himself as a reliable pitcher, contributing to his teams with a solid performance on the field.
Robitaille's career unfolded during the early 20th century, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. Although he did not achieve the longevity of some contemporaries, his statistics reflect a strong presence in the short span of time he played. Robitaille's impact on the game, though not widely recognized today, remains a part of baseball's rich tapestry, showcasing the evolving role of pitchers in an era that laid the groundwork for future generations.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 8 | 26 | 20 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 186.3 | 178 | 53 | 2 | 41 | 66 | 2.56 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | PIT | NL | 4 | 3 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 66.0 | 52 | 14 | 13 | 34 | 1.91 | 735.9 |
| 1905 | PIT | NL | 8 | 5 | 17 | 12 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 120.3 | 126 | 39 | 28 | 32 | 2.92 | -156.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 66 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0.121 | 0.121 | 0.121 | 0.242 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | PIT | NL | 9 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.095 | 0.0 |
| 1905 | PIT | NL | 17 | 45 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 26 | 20 | 7 | 45 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | PIT | P | 9 | 8 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| 1905 | PIT | P | 17 | 12 | 3 | 35 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 26 |