Bobby Rose
Born: 3/15/1967 in Covina, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1989-08-12 | Final Game: 1992-05-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Robert Richard Rose
Biography
Bobby Rose, born in 1967, made his mark in Major League Baseball as a position player during a brief but noteworthy career from 1989 to 1992. Rose played a total of 73 games in the big leagues, where he showcased his versatility and offensive capabilities. Over the course of his career, he recorded 49 hits, including 5 home runs, and drove in 23 runs, finishing with a batting average of .245. Known for his speed on the bases, he also contributed with 1 stolen base, highlighting his ability to impact the game in various ways.
Competing in an era characterized by the transition to more power-focused play, Rose's contributions were significant for teams looking for solid role players. While his career did not reach the heights of some of his contemporaries, his presence on the field during the late 1980s and early 1990s reflected the evolving nature of the game, where players were increasingly valued for both their offensive and defensive versatility. Rose's journey through Major League Baseball remains a testament to the dedication and resilience required to compete at the highest level.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 200 | 24 | 49 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 23 | 1 | 15 | 33 | 0.245 | 0.305 | 0.405 | 0.710 | -111.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | LAA | AL | 14 | 38 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | LAA | AL | 7 | 13 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.385 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | LAA | AL | 22 | 65 | 5 | 18 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0.277 | 6.9 |
| 1992 | LAA | AL | 30 | 84 | 10 | 18 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 8 | 9 | 0.214 | -118.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 5 | 3 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2B | 43 | 35 | 64 | 127 | 7 | 25 |
| 3B | 17 | 14 | 11 | 25 | 2 | 2 |
| OF | 7 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | CAL | 2B | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | CAL | 3B | 10 | 9 | 7 | 16 | 2 | 1 |
| 1990 | CAL | 2B | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | CAL | 3B | 3 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | CAL | 1B | 3 | 2 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | CAL | 2B | 8 | 8 | 12 | 26 | 0 | 6 |
| 1991 | CAL | 3B | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | CAL | OF | 7 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | CAL | 1B | 2 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | CAL | 2B | 28 | 24 | 48 | 94 | 7 | 19 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 5 |
| Second Base | 43 |
| Third Base | 17 |
| Left Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | CAL | AL | $125,000 |
| 1991 | CAL | AL | $107,500 |
| 1990 | CAL | AL | $100,000 |
| 1989 | CAL | AL | $68,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $400,500 | ||