Bob Seeds, baseball player, 1930-1940

Bob Seeds

Born: 2/24/1907 in Ringgold, TX, USA

Died: 10/28/1993 in Erick, OK, USA

MLB Debut: 1930-04-19 | Final Game: 1940-09-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Ira Robert Seeds

Biography

Bob Seeds was a professional baseball player born in 1907, whose career spanned from 1930 to 1940. As a position player, Seeds appeared in 615 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He established himself as a solid offensive contributor, finishing his career with 537 hits and a batting average of .277. His power was evident with 28 home runs and he drove in 233 runs, showcasing his ability to produce during critical moments. Additionally, Seeds demonstrated speed on the bases, accumulating 14 stolen bases over his career. Playing during an era that bridged the Great Depression and the pre-World War II years, Seeds contributed to the evolving landscape of baseball, which was beginning to see changes in player dynamics and strategies. His consistent performance and versatility made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, as he navigated a competitive period in the sport's history. Seeds left a lasting legacy, representing the dedication and skill of players during a transformative time in baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
615 1937 268 537 77 21 28 233 14 160 190 0.277 0.336 0.382 0.718 -1117.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1936 WS NYA 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 43 0 386 21 6 33
3B 3 0 4 4 1 1
OF 472 0 880 32 28 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 43
Third Base 3
Left Field 196
Center Field 157
Right Field 135