Sonny Ruberto
Born: 1/2/1946 in Staten Island, NY, USA
Died: 3/24/2014 in Ave Maria, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-05-25 | Final Game: 1972-09-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: John Edward Ruberto
Biography
Sonny Ruberto, born in 1946, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief career from 1969 to 1972. Primarily playing as a position player, Ruberto appeared in 21 games, showcasing his skills in a competitive era that was transitioning out of the deadball era and into a time of greater offensive production. His career spanned a period when the game was beginning to witness the emergence of power hitters and more dynamic play styles.
Throughout his time in the league, Ruberto accumulated a total of 3 hits, resulting in a batting average of .125. While he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his appearances in the major leagues reflect the challenge many players faced in breaking into a roster during a time of increasing talent levels. Despite his limited statistics, Ruberto's journey through the ranks of professional baseball underscores the dedication and passion many players have for the game, even if their time in the spotlight was short-lived. After concluding his playing career on September 24, 1972, Ruberto remains a part of baseball history, representing the countless athletes who aspired to make their mark in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 24 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.125 | 0.192 | 0.125 | 0.317 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | SDP | NL | 19 | 21 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | CIN | NL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 17 | 7 | 43 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | SDN | C | 15 | 6 | 38 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
| 1972 | CIN | C | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 17 |