Bob Henley, baseball player, 1998-1998

Bob Henley

Born: 1/30/1973 in Mobile, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1998-07-19 | Final Game: 1998-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Robert Clifton Henley

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Biography

Bob Henley, born in 1973, was a versatile position player whose career in Major League Baseball spanned from July 19, 1998, to September 26, 1998. Over the course of his brief stint in the big leagues, Henley appeared in 41 games, showcasing a solid batting average of .304. His offensive contributions included 35 hits, 3 home runs, and 18 RBIs, underscoring his ability to deliver in crucial situations. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the basepaths with 3 stolen bases, adding a dynamic element to his playing style. Although Henley's time in the majors was limited, he played during a period characterized by a transition in baseball, as the late 1990s saw a surge in offensive production across the league. Players like Henley helped to contribute to the excitement of the game during this era, marked by increased scoring and the growing popularity of home runs. His journey through professional baseball remains a testament to the competitive nature of the sport and the challenges faced by players seeking to establish themselves at the highest level.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
41 115 16 35 8 1 3 18 3 11 26 0.304 0.377 0.470 0.846 262.0

Career AVG .304 vs. league average .266 across their career seasons — +14.3% above league average.

Career OBP .377 vs. league average .335 across their career seasons — +12.5% above league average.

Career SLG .470 vs. league average .420 across their career seasons — +11.8% above league average.

Career OPS 0.846 vs. league average 0.755 across their career seasons — +12.1% 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
1998 WSN NL 41 115 16 35 8 1 3 18 3 11 26 0.304 .266 (+14%) .335 (+12%) .420 (+12%) .755 (+12%) 262.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 35 30 189 14 1 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1998 MON C 35 30 189 14 1 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 35

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2000 MON NL $200,000
1999 MON NL $215,000
1998 MON NL $170,000
Total Career Earnings $585,000