Billy Rohr
Born: 7/1/1945 in San Diego, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-04-14 | Final Game: 1968-06-26
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: William Joseph Rohr
Biography
Billy Rohr, born in 1945, was a pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1967 until his final appearance on June 26, 1968. Known for his tenacity on the mound, Rohr made a brief but memorable impact during a time when the game was transitioning into a new era, marked by the expansion of teams and the growing popularity of the sport. He finished his career with a record of 3-3 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.64, which reflected the challenges many pitchers faced during a time of evolving offensive strategies.
Throughout his career, Rohr demonstrated resilience and potential, striking out 21 batters and earning one save. Although his time in the major leagues was short-lived, his contributions on the field were significant for a young player navigating the complexities of professional baseball. His journey is a testament to the dedication and hard work required to succeed in the competitive environment of the late 1960s, a period that laid the groundwork for future generations of players.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 27 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 60.7 | 61 | 38 | 9 | 32 | 21 | 5.64 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | BOS | AL | 2 | 3 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 42.3 | 43 | 24 | 22 | 16 | 5.10 | -1504.0 |
| 1968 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 18.3 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 6.87 | -1858.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.154 | 0.000 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | BOS | AL | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1968 | CLE | AL | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 27 | 8 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | BOS | P | 10 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1968 | CLE | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 27 |