Bob Way
Born: 4/2/1906 in Emlenton, PA, USA
Died: 6/20/1974 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1927-04-12 | Final Game: 1927-05-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 168 lbs
Full name: Robert Clinton Way
Biography
Bob Way, born in 1906, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period from 1927. He played in Major League Baseball for a short stint, appearing in five games during the 1927 season. As a position player, Way showcased his skills primarily as a hitter, finishing his career with a batting average of .333. In those five games, he managed to secure one hit and contribute one run batted in (RBI) to his team's efforts, demonstrating a glimmer of potential in the otherwise competitive landscape of the late 1920s.
Although Way's time in the majors was limited, he was part of a transformative era in baseball marked by a growing emphasis on offensive production and the emergence of legendary players. His career ended on May 15, 1927, and while he may not have left a lasting mark in the record books, Way's brief appearance in the game reflects the countless players who contributed to 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | CHW | AL | 5 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | CHA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |