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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | ATL | AL | 4 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | ATL | AL | 12 | 25 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | ML4 | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | ML4 | 1B | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | ML4 | OF | 8 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 |