Roy Foster, baseball player, 1970-1972

Roy Foster

Born: 7/29/1945 in Bixby, OK, USA

Died: 3/21/2008 in Tulsa, OK, USA

MLB Debut: 1970-04-07 | Final Game: 1972-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs

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Biography

Roy Foster, born in 1945, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1970 to 1972. Primarily a position player, Foster made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more power-focused game. Over the course of 337 games, he showcased his offensive prowess, amassing 257 hits and hitting 45 home runs, while driving in 118 runs with a batting average of .253. Known for his athleticism, Foster also contributed on the base paths with 9 stolen bases, demonstrating a blend of power and speed that was increasingly valued in the early 1970s. Foster's impactful rookie season earned him recognition as the TSN Rookie Player of the Year, highlighting his potential in a league that was beginning to embrace a new style of play. Though his career was relatively brief, he left a lasting impression during his time on the field, contributing to the excitement of the game during a pivotal era in baseball history. His legacy continues to resonate with fans and historians alike, as he remains a notable figure from a transformative period in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
337 1016 136 257 51 1 45 118 9 110 146 0.253 0.336 0.438 0.774 2326.3

Career AVG .253 vs. league average .249 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .336 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — +5.7% above league average.

Career SLG .438 vs. league average .368 across their career seasons — +18.9% above league average.

Career OPS 0.774 vs. league average 0.686 across their career seasons — +12.8% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1970 CLE AL 139 477 66 128 26 0 23 60 3 54 75 0.268 .253 (+6%) .325 (+9%) .385 (+21%) .711 (+16%) 1586.2
1971 CLE AL 125 396 51 97 21 1 18 45 6 35 48 0.245 .249 (-2%) .316 (-1%) .365 (+20%) .682 (+11%) 704.2
1972 CLE AL 73 143 19 32 4 0 4 13 0 21 23 0.224 .243 (-8%) .310 (+5%) .353 (-5%) .664 (-1%) 35.9

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 283 263 416 17 15 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1970 CLE OF 131 129 188 6 7 0
1971 CLE OF 107 98 174 9 6 2
1972 CLE OF 45 36 54 2 2 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 173
Right Field 116

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1970 TSN Rookie Player of the Year

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1970 Rookie of the Year AL 2nd 1.0 24 1