Andre Rodgers, baseball player, 1957-1967

Andre Rodgers

Born: 12/2/1934 in Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas

Died: 12/13/2004 in Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas

MLB Debut: 1957-04-16 | Final Game: 1967-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Kenneth Andre Ian Rodgers

Biography

Andre Rodgers was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the late 1950s and 1960s. Born in 1934, he played a total of 854 games over the course of his career from 1957 to 1967, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder. Rodgers compiled 628 hits, including 45 home runs and 245 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .249. He also demonstrated speed on the bases, contributing 22 stolen bases to his overall performance. Rodgers played during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the expansion of the league and the integration of players from diverse backgrounds. His career spanned a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more power-oriented style, a shift that influenced the way players approached both hitting and fielding. Known for his steady glove and competitive spirit, Andre Rodgers left a lasting impression on the teams he played for, including the San Francisco Giants and the Chicago Cubs. His contributions to the game reflect both the challenges and changes of his time, solidifying his place in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
854 2521 268 628 112 23 45 245 22 290 507 0.249 0.328 0.365 0.694 -122.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 66 48 499 34 8 45
2B 4 1 1 3 0 0
3B 52 39 32 85 8 5
OF 7 7 10 1 0 1
SS 619 583 1065 1870 136 374

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 67
Second Base 4
Third Base 52
Shortstop 619
Left Field 4
Right Field 2