Robert Mitchell

Born: 3/31/1900 in Sparta, IL, USA

Died: 5/17/1971 in St. Louis, MO, USA

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

Full name: Robert Shedrick Mitchell

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Biography

Robert Mitchell, born in 1900, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility as a position player. Over the course of his career, he has participated in 66 games, demonstrating a solid presence on the field. With 49 hits and a batting average of .246, Mitchell showcases his ability to contribute offensively, while also providing power with 2 home runs and driving in 29 runs batted in (RBIs). His speed on the bases is highlighted by 10 stolen bases, emphasizing his ability to create scoring opportunities for his team. Playing in an era that continues to evolve, Mitchell represents a bridge between traditional baseball values and the modern game. His active status allows him to remain relevant in discussions about player development and the changing dynamics of professional baseball. As he continues to take the field, Mitchell's contributions and experiences reflect the ongoing legacy of the sport, making him a noteworthy figure in today’s baseball landscape.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
66 199 27 49 5 2 2 29 10 16 0 0.246 0.306 0.322 0.627 -488.9

Career AVG .246 vs. league average .283 across their career seasons — 13.1% below league average.

Career OBP .306 vs. league average .345 across their career seasons — 11.4% below league average.

Career SLG .322 vs. league average .390 across their career seasons — 17.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.627 vs. league average 0.735 across their career seasons — 14.6% 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
1923 BBB IND 27 99 7 20 1 0 0 12 1 3 0 0.202 .282 (-29%) .344 (-35%) .390 (-46%) .734 (-40%) -680.5
1924 SLS NNL 39 100 20 29 4 2 2 17 9 13 0 0.290 .283 (+2%) .345 (+9%) .389 (+10%) .734 (+10%) 191.6

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 1 1 2 2 0 0
3B 1 0 0 1 0 0
C 36 28 107 27 4 4
OF 28 28 38 5 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1923 BBB 2B 1 1 2 2 0 0
1923 BBB OF 26 26 35 5 0 1
1924 SLS 3B 1 0 0 1 0 0
1924 SLS C 36 28 107 27 4 4
1924 SLS OF 2 2 3 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 36
Second Base 1
Third Base 1
Left Field 1
Center Field 2
Right Field 25