Rob Sperring, baseball player, 1974-1977

Rob Sperring

Born: 10/10/1949 in San Francisco, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1974-08-11 | Final Game: 1977-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Robert Walter Sperring

Biography

Rob Sperring, born in 1949, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player from 1974 to 1977. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 208 games across Major League Baseball, where he demonstrated a versatile skill set and a competitive spirit during an era characterized by its transition in playing styles. Sperring finished his career with 100 hits, 3 home runs, and 30 RBIs, achieving a batting average of .211. His contributions on the field, although modest in terms of statistics, reflected the grit and determination of players who navigated the rapidly evolving landscape of the game in the mid-1970s. While not known for power or speed—highlighted by his single stolen base—Sperring's role as a utility player allowed him to adapt to various positions, providing valuable depth to his teams. His career unfolded during a time when baseball was experiencing shifts in player dynamics and strategy, making his journey noteworthy as he competed alongside some of the game's emerging stars. Sperring's legacy, while not defined by overwhelming statistics, serves as a testament to the hard-working players who contributed to the fabric of baseball during a pivotal time in its history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
208 473 48 100 13 1 3 30 1 46 107 0.211 0.281 0.262 0.543 -1809.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 76 57 118 179 11 26
3B 53 32 25 67 4 3
OF 11 6 19 0 1 0
SS 61 33 65 108 13 25

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 75
Third Base 54
Shortstop 63
Left Field 6
Right Field 5

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of the Pacific Stockton CA 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971