Bob Schultz
Born: 11/27/1923 in Louisville, KY, USA
Died: 3/31/1979 in Nashville, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1951-04-20 | Final Game: 1955-04-15
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Robert Duffy Schultz
Biography
Bob Schultz was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1951 to 1955. Born in 1923, Schultz made his mark during a transitional period in baseball, navigating the shifts of the post-World War II era as the game began to embrace a more dynamic playing style. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 9 wins and 13 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.16. His ability to strike out batters was evident, as he recorded a total of 67 strikeouts during his time on the mound.
Schultz's career unfolded during a time when pitching was becoming increasingly competitive, with hitters adapting to new strategies and the introduction of more advanced training techniques. Despite facing challenges, he contributed to his teams with a strong work ethic and a competitive spirit. While he did not achieve saves during his career, his role as a pitcher was critical during games, demonstrating his commitment to his craft. Although Schultz's major league career was relatively brief, his journey through the game reflects the dedication and passion of many players who contributed to the rich history of baseball in the mid-20th century.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 13 | 65 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 183.0 | 179 | 105 | 17 | 125 | 67 | 5.16 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | CHC | NL | 3 | 6 | 17 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 77.3 | 75 | 45 | 51 | 27 | 5.24 | - |
| 1952 | CHC | NL | 6 | 3 | 29 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 74.0 | 63 | 33 | 51 | 31 | 4.01 | - |
| 1953 | CHC | NL | 0 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.7 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 4 | 5.40 | - |
| 1953 | PIT | NL | 0 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.7 | 26 | 17 | 10 | 5 | 8.20 | -907.1 |
| 1955 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 20.25 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 52 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0.154 | 0.170 | 0.173 | 0.343 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | CHC | NL | 17 | 29 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.138 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | CHC | NL | 29 | 18 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1953 | CHC | NL | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1953 | PIT | NL | 11 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | DET | AL | 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 | 65 | 0 | 9 | 18 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | CHN | P | 17 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| 1952 | CHN | P | 29 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1953 | CHN | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1953 | PIT | P | 11 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | DET | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 65 |