Bob Stephenson
Born: 8/11/1928 in Blair, OK, USA
Died: 3/20/2020 in Norman, OK, USA
MLB Debut: 1955-04-14 | Final Game: 1955-09-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Robert Loyd Stephenson
Biography
Bob Stephenson was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball. Born in 1928, he had a brief but notable career spanning from 1955 to 1955. During this time, he appeared in 67 games and demonstrated his skills primarily as a utility player. Stephenson recorded a total of 27 hits, which contributed to his career batting average of .243. Although he did not hit any home runs, he managed to drive in 6 runs and showcased his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases.
Stephenson's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the shift from the post-war years into a more dynamic style of play. While his playing time in the major leagues was limited, his contributions to his teams exemplified the grit and determination characteristic of players from that era. His time in the majors may have been short, but Bob Stephenson remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 | 111 | 19 | 27 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 18 | 0.243 | 0.274 | 0.270 | 0.544 | -510.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | STL | NL | 67 | 111 | 19 | 27 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 18 | 0.243 | -510.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 7 | 3 | 11 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 48 | 18 | 54 | 68 | 8 | 20 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | SLN | 2B | 7 | 3 | 11 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 1955 | SLN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | SLN | SS | 48 | 18 | 54 | 68 | 8 | 20 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 7 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 48 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma | Norman | OK | 1948, 1949, 1950 |