Adam Rocap
Born: 1854 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 3/29/1892 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1875-05-05 | Final Game: 1875-10-28
Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Biography
Adam Rocap was a professional baseball player born in 1854, whose career spanned the early days of organized baseball from 1875 to 1875. As a position player, Rocap participated in a total of 16 games during his brief tenure in the sport. While he recorded 12 hits and a batting average of .174, his contributions included 4 RBIs and 3 stolen bases, showcasing a blend of speed and contact ability that was characteristic of the era.
Rocap's career unfolded during a formative period in baseball history when the game was evolving rapidly from its informal roots into a more structured professional sport. Although he did not hit any home runs, his presence on the field reflected the early style of play that emphasized speed and versatility. Despite the limited scope of his career, Rocap remains a part of the narrative of baseball's growth, representing the many players who laid the groundwork for future generations of athletes.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 69 | 13 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 0.174 | 0.186 | 0.188 | 0.374 | -295.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1875 | PH1 | 16 | 69 | 13 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 0.174 | -295.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 4 | 0 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 0 |
| OF | 12 | 0 | 23 | 3 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1875 | PH1 | 2B | 4 | 0 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 0 |
| 1875 | PH1 | OF | 12 | 0 | 23 | 3 | 5 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 4 |
| Center Field | 5 |
| Right Field | 7 |