Bob Neighbors

Born: 11/9/1917 in Talihina, OK, USA

Died: 8/8/1952 in North Korea

MLB Debut: 1939-09-16 | Final Game: 1939-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Robert Otis Neighbors

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Biography

Bob Neighbors was a professional baseball player known for his brief stint in Major League Baseball during the late 1930s. Born in 1917, Neighbors played as a position player, making his mark in the major leagues from September 16, 1939, to September 30, 1939. Throughout his career, he appeared in 7 games, where he recorded 2 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 1 run, finishing with a batting average of .182. Despite the limited opportunities on the diamond, his single home run stands as a notable highlight of his short-lived career. Neighbors played during an era that was transitioning from the tail end of the deadball era into a time of increased offensive production in baseball. While he did not achieve significant statistical milestones, his time in the major leagues reflects the challenges faced by many players striving to make an impact in a competitive environment. His journey serves as a reminder of the many athletes who contributed to the game during its formative years, even if their careers were brief.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
7	11	3	2	0	0	1	1	0	0	1	0.182	0.182	0.455	0.636	0.0

Career AVG .182 vs. league average .274 across their career seasons — 33.7% below league average.

Career OBP .182 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — 46.9% below league average.

Career SLG .455 vs. league average .393 across their career seasons — +15.6% above league average.

Career OPS 0.636 vs. league average 0.735 across their career seasons — 13.4% 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
1939	SLA	AL	7	11	3	2	0	0	1	1	0	0	1	0.182	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
SS	5	0	5	6	1	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1939	SLA	SS	5	0	5	6	1	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Shortstop	5