Rafael Robles
Born: 10/20/1947 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
Died: 8/13/1998 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-04-08 | Final Game: 1972-06-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Rafael Radames Robles
Biography
Rafael Robles was a professional baseball player born in 1947, who played as a position player from 1969 to 1972. During his career, he appeared in 47 games, demonstrating a combination of speed and defensive skills that contributed to his teams in a limited yet impactful capacity. Robles finished his career with a batting average of .188, accumulating 25 hits and driving in 3 runs, while also showcasing his speed on the base paths with 4 stolen bases.
Playing during an era of significant transformation in Major League Baseball, Robles navigated a landscape that included the tail end of the deadball era and the beginnings of increased offensive output. Although his statistical contributions were modest, his presence on the field reflected the spirit of determination and competitiveness typical of players in the early 1970s, a time when the game was evolving both on and off the field. Robles' journey in baseball, although brief, is a testament to the countless athletes who left their mark in the sport in various ways.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | 133 | 7 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 17 | 0.188 | 0.229 | 0.195 | 0.424 | -442.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | SDP | NL | 6 | 20 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | SDP | NL | 23 | 89 | 5 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 0.213 | -442.3 |
| 1972 | SDP | NL | 18 | 24 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 44 | 30 | 49 | 109 | 7 | 15 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | SDN | SS | 6 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| 1970 | SDN | SS | 23 | 21 | 38 | 83 | 4 | 14 |
| 1972 | SDN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | SDN | SS | 15 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 44 |