Bombo Rivera

Born: 8/2/1952 in Ponce, P.R.

MLB Debut: 1975-04-17 | Final Game: 1982-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 187 lbs

Full name: Jesus Manuel Rivera

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Biography

Bombo Rivera was a professional baseball player born in 1952, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1975 until his retirement on October 3, 1982. Known for his versatility as a position player, Rivera played in 335 games during his career, showcasing a solid offensive presence with a batting average of .265. He amassed 220 hits, including 10 home runs and 83 RBIs, contributing significantly to his teams' lineups. Rivera's speed on the base paths was also notable, as he recorded 11 stolen bases throughout his tenure in the league. Rivera played during an era that was transitioning into a more dynamic style of play, which added to his significance as a player who could adapt and contribute in various roles. His career, while not marked by overwhelming statistics, was characterized by a consistent ability to make contact and get on base, traits that were valued in the game during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Rivera's journey through the major leagues reflected the evolving landscape of baseball, where players with diverse skills became increasingly important to teams looking to enhance their competitiveness.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
335	831	109	220	39	11	10	83	11	71	144	0.265	0.323	0.374	0.697	-23.8

Career AVG .265 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .323 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .374 vs. league average .382 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.697 vs. league average 0.707 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	WSN	NL	5	9	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	2	3	0.111	—	—	—	—	0.0
1976	WSN	NL	68	185	22	51	11	4	2	19	1	13	32	0.276	.255 (+8%)	.320 (+1%)	.360 (+14%)	.681 (+8%)	191.2
1978	MIN	AL	101	251	35	68	8	2	3	23	5	35	47	0.271	.257 (+5%)	.323 (+12%)	.378 (-6%)	.702 (+2%)	223.5
1979	MIN	AL	112	263	37	74	13	5	2	31	5	17	40	0.281	.265 (+6%)	.329 (-2%)	.397 (-1%)	.727 (-2%)	-128.1
1980	MIN	AL	44	113	13	25	7	0	3	10	0	4	20	0.221	.264 (-16%)	.326 (-24%)	.387 (-6%)	.714 (-14%)	-310.4
1982	KCR	AL	5	10	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	0.100	—	—	—	—	0.0