Bobby Scales

Born: 10/4/1977 in Southfield, MI, USA

MLB Debut: 2009-05-05 | Final Game: 2010-10-03

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Bobby Leon Scales

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Biography

Bobby Scales, born in 1977, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2009 to 2010. Primarily known for his versatility as a position player, Scales made a notable impact during his time in Major League Baseball, appearing in a total of 61 games. He recorded 34 hits, including 3 home runs, and drove in 17 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .248. His single stolen base showcased his ability to contribute in various facets of the game. Scales played primarily during a transitional period in baseball, marked by an increase in offensive production and evolving player roles. While he may not have had the lengthy career of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected a determination and skill that resonated with fans. His journey through the minor leagues and eventual ascension to the major leagues served as an inspiration for many aspiring players, exemplifying the hard work and perseverance necessary to succeed in professional sports.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
61	137	19	34	8	2	3	17	1	18	37	0.248	0.342	0.401	0.743	-106.5

Career AVG .248 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .342 vs. league average .329 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .401 vs. league average .410 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.743 vs. league average 0.740 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
2009	CHC	NL	51	124	15	30	8	2	3	15	0	11	32	0.242	.262 (-8%)	.332 (-6%)	.417 (-2%)	.750 (-4%)	-106.5
2010	CHC	NL	10	13	4	4	0	0	0	2	1	7	5	0.308	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2B	11	8	14	19	1	4
3B	15	10	13	17	4	2
OF	20	15	35	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2009	CHN	2B	11	8	14	19	1	4
2009	CHN	3B	8	7	6	11	1	1
2009	CHN	OF	20	15	35	0	0	0
2010	CHN	3B	7	3	7	6	3	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Second Base	11
Third Base	15
Left Field	17
Right Field	4