Bob Smith, baseball player, 1955-1959

Bob Smith

Born: 2/1/1930 in Woodsville, NH, USA

Died: 4/1/2013 in Augusta, GA, USA

MLB Debut: 1955-04-29 | Final Game: 1959-09-23

Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Robert Gilchrist Smith

Biography

Bob Smith was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1955 to 1959. Born in 1930, Smith made his debut during a transformative period in baseball that followed the end of the deadball era and predated the explosive offense of the 1960s. Throughout his career, he showcased his skills on the mound, finishing with a record of 4-9 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.05. His ability to strike out batters was evident as he recorded a total of 93 strikeouts, alongside contributing to his teamsโ€™ efforts with 2 saves. Smith's career spanned five seasons, during which he solidified his role as a reliable pitcher in the rotation. While he may not have garnered Hall of Fame accolades, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant in the context of the era, helping to pave the way for future generations of pitchers. Smith's journey through the game reflects the trials and triumphs faced by many athletes of his time, making him a noteworthy figure in the annals of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
4 9 91 8 2 0 2 166.7 174 75 14 83 93 4.05 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
91 29 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 16 0.069 0.067 0.069 0.136 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 91 8 9 27 4 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 91