Vinny Rottino
Born: 4/7/1980 in Racine, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 2006-09-01 | Final Game: 2012-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Vincent Antonio Rottino
Biography
Vinny Rottino, born in 1980, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 2006 to 2012. Primarily serving as a position player, Rottino appeared in 62 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball, where he showcased a blend of speed and power, albeit with limited offensive success. He recorded 16 hits, including 3 home runs, and drove in 11 runs, concluding his career with a batting average of .165. Additionally, Rottino demonstrated his agility on the base paths, accumulating 5 stolen bases.
Rottino's playing career unfolded during an era characterized by the emergence of advanced analytics and a focus on power hitting. Despite facing challenges at the plate, his versatility allowed him to contribute to his teams in various capacities. His time in the majors included stints with the Milwaukee Brewers and the New York Mets, where he left an indelible mark as a determined competitor. Though his career numbers may not reflect the impact he aspired to have, Rottino's journey through the ranks of professional baseball serves as an inspiring story of perseverance and dedication to the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62 | 97 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 5 | 10 | 24 | 0.165 | 0.241 | 0.299 | 0.540 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 9 | 14 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | 8 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | MIL | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | MIA | NL | 8 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | CLE | AL | 18 | 28 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0.107 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | NYN | NL | 18 | 33 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 8 | 5 | 40 | 2 | 0 | 7 |
| 3B | 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 3 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 26 | 13 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | MIL | C | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | MIL | 3B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | MIL | OF | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | MIL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 | MIL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | FLO | OF | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | CLE | C | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | CLE | OF | 12 | 7 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | NYN | 1B | 7 | 5 | 36 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| 2012 | NYN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | NYN | OF | 8 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 3 |
| First Base | 8 |
| Third Base | 5 |
| Left Field | 22 |
| Right Field | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin at La Crosse | La Crosse | WI | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |