Bob Veselic
Born: 9/27/1955 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Died: 12/26/1995 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-09-18 | Final Game: 1981-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Robert Mitchell Veselic
Biography
Bob Veselic was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1955, whose career spanned from 1980 to October 3, 1981. Veselic made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was experiencing a transition, moving away from the dominant pitching styles of the late 1970s and the early integration era. He played primarily in relief, showcasing a solid skill set that allowed him to compete at the highest level.
Throughout his brief career, Veselic recorded a win-loss record of 1-1 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.38 over his appearances. He struck out 15 batters, demonstrating his ability to get hitters out, although he did not register any saves. While his playing time was limited, Veselic’s contributions on the mound reflected the competitive nature of the early 1980s, a period characterized by a mix of emerging talent and established stars. After his retirement, he remained a part of baseball history, representing the dedicated pitchers who contributed to their teams in crucial situations, even if their careers did not reach the heights of many of their contemporaries.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.7 | 25 | 10 | 2 | 13 | 15 | 3.38 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4.50 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | MIN | AL | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 22 | 8 | 12 | 13 | 3.18 | -17.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | MIN | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | MIN | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | MIN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | MIN | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 6 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount San Antonio College | Walnut | CA | 1976 |