Bob Molinaro

Born: 5/21/1950 in Newark, NJ, USA

MLB Debut: 1975-09-18 | Final Game: 1983-10-02

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Robert Joseph Molinaro

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Biography

Bob Molinaro, born in 1950, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1975 to 1983. He played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball, where he showcased his talents over 401 games. Molinaro was known for his versatility on the field and contributed significantly to his teams with a career batting average of .264, accumulating 212 hits and 90 RBIs. His offensive prowess included 14 home runs and a notable ability to steal bases, finishing his career with 46 stolen bases. Molinaro's playing career occurred during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the shift towards more athletic and versatile players. As the game evolved, he exemplified the blend of speed and skill that teams increasingly sought. His contributions on the field were complemented by his work ethic and determination, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Though he may not have achieved super-stardom, Bob Molinaro remains a respected figure in baseball history, remembered for his dedication and impact during his years in the league.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
401	803	106	212	25	11	14	90	46	65	57	0.264	0.324	0.375	0.699	71.6

Career AVG .264 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .324 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .375 vs. league average .387 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.699 vs. league average 0.713 across their career seasons — near 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
1975	DET	AL	6	19	2	5	0	1	0	1	0	1	0	0.263	—	—	—	—	0.0
1977	DET	AL	4	4	0	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	2	0.250	—	—	—	—	0.0
1977	CHW	AL	1	2	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	1	0.500	—	—	—	—	0.0
1978	CHW	AL	105	286	39	75	5	5	6	27	22	19	12	0.262	.257 (+2%)	.323 (-3%)	.378 (avg)	.702 (-2%)	-101.5
1979	BAL	AL	8	6	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	3	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1980	CHW	AL	119	344	48	100	16	4	5	36	18	26	29	0.291	.264 (+10%)	.326 (+7%)	.387 (+4%)	.714 (+5%)	359.8
1981	CHW	AL	47	42	7	11	1	1	1	9	1	8	1	0.262	—	—	—	—	113.2
1982	CHC	NL	65	66	6	13	1	0	1	12	1	6	5	0.197	.261 (-25%)	.324 (-19%)	.388 (-34%)	.712 (-27%)	-299.9
1982	PHI	NL	19	14	0	4	0	0	0	2	1	3	1	0.286	—	—	—	—	-299.9
1983	PHI	NL	19	18	1	2	1	0	1	3	0	0	2	0.111	—	—	—	—	0.0
1983	DET	AL	8	2	3	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0