Bob Skube, baseball player, 1982-1983

Bob Skube

Born: 10/8/1957 in Northridge, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1982-09-17 | Final Game: 1983-05-29

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

Full name: Robert Jacob Skube

Biography

Bob Skube was a professional baseball player born in 1957, who played the game during the early 1980s. His career spanned from 1982 to 1983, a period marked by a transition in Major League Baseball as the sport evolved with the introduction of more dynamic play styles and an increasing emphasis on power hitting. Skube primarily served as a position player, appearing in 16 games throughout his brief career. During his time in the major leagues, Skube recorded a batting average of 0.25, with a total of 7 hits and 9 RBIs, though he did not hit any home runs. Despite not being a standout slugger, his contributions were felt in the context of team play, as he managed to drive in runs and support his teammates. Known for his versatility and work ethic, Skube's career, while short, reflected the competitive nature of baseball during the early 1980s, a time when players were honing their skills in a rapidly changing game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
16 28 2 7 1 1 0 9 0 4 7 0.250 0.344 0.357 0.701 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 1 5 0 0 0
OF 9 5 17 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Center Field 5
Right Field 4
Designated Hitter 3

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Southern California Los Angeles CA 1977, 1978, 1979