Bob Garber
Born: 9/10/1928 in Hunker, PA, USA
Died: 6/7/1999 in Redwood City, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1956-05-13 | Final Game: 1956-09-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Robert Mitchell Garber
Biography
Bob Garber was a professional baseball player born in 1928, whose career spanned a brief period in Major League Baseball from May 13, 1956, to September 23, 1956. Primarily serving as a position player, Garber appeared in only two games during his time in the league. Despite his limited playing time, he experienced the unique challenges of competing in the mid-1950s, an era characterized by a transition in baseball as it moved away from the deadball era towards a time of greater offensive production and the integration of players from diverse backgrounds.
Throughout his career, Garber recorded no hits, home runs, or RBIs, concluding his time in the major leagues with a batting average of 0.0 and zero stolen bases. While his statistical contributions were minimal, Garber's presence in the big leagues reflects the fierce competition and depth of talent that characterized the sport during that era. His story serves as a reminder of the many players who aspired to greatness in the challenging landscape of professional baseball, even if their time in the spotlight was fleeting.
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | PIT | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |