Billy Jo Robidoux, baseball player, 1985-1990

Billy Jo Robidoux

Born: 1/13/1964 in Ware, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1985-09-11 | Final Game: 1990-09-17

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: William Joseph Robidoux

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Biography

Billy Jo Robidoux, born in 1964, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1985 to 1990. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 173 games and recorded 98 hits, culminating in a batting average of .209. Robidoux contributed to his teams with 5 home runs and 43 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and provide support in crucial situations. Though he stole only 1 base in his career, his overall contributions were a testament to his role as a reliable, if not prolific, player during an era that emphasized power hitting and offensive production. Playing primarily in the late 1980s, Robidoux navigated a competitive landscape marked by the emergence of power hitters and the increasing popularity of the long ball. While he may not have been a standout in terms of statistics, his perseverance and dedication to the game reflected the spirit of many players who filled essential supporting roles on their teams. After retiring in 1990, Robidoux's journey through baseball continued to resonate with fans, as he remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport's history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
173 468 43 98 21 0 5 43 1 71 106 0.209 0.312 0.286 0.599 -850.4

Career AVG .209 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — 18.6% below league average.

Career OBP .312 vs. league average .324 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .286 vs. league average .390 across their career seasons — 26.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.599 vs. league average 0.714 across their career seasons — 16.1% 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
1985 ATL AL 18 51 5 9 2 0 3 8 0 12 16 0.176 .257 (-31%) .323 (+3%) .390 (avg) .714 (+2%) 41.0
1986 ATL AL 56 181 15 41 8 0 1 21 0 33 36 0.227 .257 (-12%) .325 (+6%) .395 (-27%) .720 (-12%) -277.3
1987 ATL AL 23 62 9 12 0 0 0 4 0 8 17 0.194 .262 (-26%) .331 (-14%) .415 (-53%) .746 (-36%) -351.0
1988 ATL AL 33 91 9 23 5 0 0 5 1 8 14 0.253 .254 (-1%) .317 (-3%) .377 (-19%) .695 (-12%) -175.3
1989 CHW AL 16 39 2 5 2 0 0 1 0 4 9 0.128 — — — — 0.0
1990 BOS AL 27 44 3 8 4 0 1 4 0 6 14 0.182 — — — — -87.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 115 92 782 74 12 92
OF 12 9 15 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1985 ML4 1B 6 4 49 5 0 6
1985 ML4 OF 11 9 15 1 0 0
1986 ML4 1B 43 41 326 29 5 35
1987 ML4 1B 10 7 53 4 1 9
1988 ML4 1B 30 24 212 25 4 21
1989 CHA 1B 15 8 93 7 1 17
1989 CHA OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
1990 BOS 1B 11 8 49 4 1 4

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 115
Left Field 12
Designated Hitter 26