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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | NY1 | NL | 32 | 86 | 8 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 21 | 0.244 | -0.7 |
| 1958 | SFG | NL | 22 | 63 | 7 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 0.206 | -193.3 |
| 1959 | SFG | NL | 71 | 228 | 32 | 57 | 12 | 1 | 6 | 24 | 2 | 32 | 50 | 0.250 | 145.1 |
| 1960 | SFG | NL | 81 | 217 | 22 | 53 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 22 | 1 | 24 | 44 | 0.244 | -163.4 |
| 1961 | CHC | NL | 73 | 214 | 27 | 57 | 17 | 0 | 6 | 23 | 1 | 25 | 54 | 0.266 | 243.4 |
| 1962 | CHC | NL | 138 | 461 | 40 | 128 | 20 | 8 | 5 | 44 | 5 | 44 | 93 | 0.278 | 175.1 |
| 1963 | CHC | NL | 150 | 516 | 51 | 118 | 17 | 4 | 5 | 33 | 5 | 65 | 90 | 0.229 | -479.4 |
| 1964 | CHC | NL | 129 | 448 | 50 | 107 | 17 | 3 | 12 | 46 | 5 | 53 | 88 | 0.239 | 26.7 |
| 1965 | PIT | NL | 75 | 178 | 17 | 51 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 25 | 2 | 18 | 28 | 0.287 | 275.1 |
| 1966 | PIT | NL | 36 | 49 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 7 | 0.184 | -195.5 |
| 1967 | PIT | NL | 47 | 61 | 8 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 18 | 0.230 | 44.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | NY1 | 3B | 8 | 7 | 4 | 19 | 3 | 0 |
| 1957 | NY1 | SS | 20 | 20 | 40 | 56 | 5 | 14 |
| 1958 | SFN | SS | 18 | 15 | 26 | 43 | 2 | 8 |
| 1959 | SFN | SS | 66 | 64 | 110 | 197 | 22 | 35 |
| 1960 | SFN | 1B | 6 | 5 | 41 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 1960 | SFN | 3B | 21 | 17 | 18 | 36 | 4 | 2 |
| 1960 | SFN | SS | 41 | 31 | 51 | 91 | 7 | 20 |
| 1960 | SFN | OF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1961 | CHN | 1B | 42 | 39 | 369 | 26 | 7 | 34 |
| 1961 | CHN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1961 | CHN | SS | 24 | 16 | 35 | 57 | 2 | 10 |
| 1961 | CHN | OF | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1962 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1962 | CHN | SS | 133 | 128 | 239 | 433 | 28 | 91 |
| 1963 | CHN | SS | 150 | 150 | 271 | 454 | 35 | 100 |
| 1964 | CHN | SS | 126 | 123 | 232 | 428 | 24 | 68 |
| 1965 | PIT | 1B | 6 | 1 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 1965 | PIT | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1965 | PIT | 3B | 15 | 11 | 6 | 23 | 1 | 2 |
| 1965 | PIT | SS | 33 | 29 | 49 | 85 | 7 | 22 |
| 1966 | PIT | 1B | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1966 | PIT | 3B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | PIT | SS | 5 | 4 | 8 | 13 | 2 | 5 |
| 1966 | PIT | OF | 3 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | PIT | 1B | 9 | 2 | 39 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| 1967 | PIT | 2B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | PIT | 3B | 5 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 1967 | PIT | SS | 3 | 3 | 4 | 13 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 67 |
| Second Base | 4 |
| Third Base | 52 |
| Shortstop | 619 |
| Left Field | 4 |
| Right Field | 2 |