Bob Giallombardo

Born: 5/20/1937 in Brooklyn, NY, USA

Died: 10/19/2022 in Waxhaw, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1958-06-21 | Final Game: 1958-07-27

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Robert Paul Giallombardo

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Biography

Bob Giallombardo, born in 1937, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned a brief but noteworthy period in the late 1950s. He played in Major League Baseball from June 21, 1958, to July 27, 1958, representing a unique moment in the sport as it began to evolve from the post-war era into a more competitive landscape. Giallombardo’s playing style was characterized by his ability to command the mound, as evidenced by his career record of 1-1 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.76 over the course of his limited appearances. During his time in the majors, Giallombardo recorded a total of 14 strikeouts, showcasing his potential as a capable strikeout artist. Despite not achieving saves during his tenure, his contributions to his team were significant within the context of the era. Giallombardo's career, although short-lived, is a reflection of the many players who competed in a time of transition for baseball, as the league began to integrate and expand, paving the way for future generations of athletes. His legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, marking a fleeting yet impactful chapter in the game.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
1	1	6	5	0	0	0	26.3	29	11	3	15	14	3.76	0

Career ERA 3.76 vs. league average 3.86 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1958	LAD	NL	1	1	6	5	0	0	0	26.3	29	11	15	14	3.76	3.86 (+3%)	-

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
8	6	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	3	0.167	0.167	0.167	0.333	0.0

Career AVG .167 vs. league average .258 across their career seasons — 35.4% below league average.

Career OBP .167 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 48.7% below league average.

Career SLG .167 vs. league average .394 across their career seasons — 57.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.333 vs. league average 0.719 across their career seasons — 53.6% below 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
1958	LAD	NL	8	6	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	3	0.167	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	6	5	2	7	3	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1958	LAN	P	6	5	2	7	3	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	6