Bob Smith, baseball player, 1998-2002

Bob Smith

Born: 5/10/1974 in Oakland, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1998-03-31 | Final Game: 2002-05-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Robert Eugene Smith

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Biography

Bob Smith was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1998 to 2002. Born in 1974, Smith made his mark in Major League Baseball during a period characterized by offensive power and the rising popularity of the long ball. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 258 games, where he showcased his potential with 192 hits and 21 home runs. His contributions to his teams included 107 RBIs, underscoring his ability to drive in runs when it mattered most. Despite finishing his career with a batting average of .232, Smith displayed versatility and determination on the field. He also recorded 11 stolen bases, demonstrating a willingness to take risks on the bases and contribute to his team's overall offensive strategy. While his career spanned just a few seasons, Smith's presence during the late 1990s and early 2000s placed him amidst an era of significant change in baseball, as the sport saw a shift towards more power-hitting and dynamic play styles. His journey through the league reflects the dedication and competitive spirit of players striving to leave their mark in the ever-evolving game of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
258 826 88 192 29 4 21 107 11 70 268 0.232 0.297 0.354 0.650 -2138.7

Career AVG .232 vs. league average .267 across their career seasons — 12.8% below league average.

Career OBP .297 vs. league average .338 across their career seasons — 12.1% below league average.

Career SLG .354 vs. league average .427 across their career seasons — 17.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.650 vs. league average 0.765 across their career seasons — 15.0% 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
1998 TBR AL 117 370 44 102 15 3 11 55 5 34 110 0.276 .266 (+4%) .335 (+2%) .420 (avg) .755 (+1%) 106.5
1999 TBR AL 68 199 18 36 4 1 3 19 4 16 64 0.181 .271 (-33%) .344 (-29%) .433 (-41%) .778 (-36%) -1375.5
2000 TBR AL 49 175 21 41 8 0 6 26 2 14 59 0.234 .270 (-13%) .344 (-15%) .437 (-12%) .782 (-14%) -462.9
2001 TBR AL 6 19 1 2 0 0 0 1 0 3 10 0.105 — — — — 0.0
2002 TBR AL 18 63 4 11 2 0 1 6 0 3 25 0.175 .261 (-33%) .331 (-36%) .416 (-39%) .747 (-38%) -406.7

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 6 3 47 6 1 4
2B 70 68 129 206 11 39
3B 171 136 104 290 22 27
OF 2 2 3 1 0 0
SS 7 5 7 20 3 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1998 TBA 2B 6 5 11 19 1 3
1998 TBA 3B 97 81 71 164 9 11
1998 TBA SS 7 5 7 20 3 4
1999 TBA 2B 13 12 22 32 2 7
1999 TBA 3B 59 43 26 100 9 13
2000 TBA 2B 45 45 84 144 7 26
2000 TBA 3B 5 2 0 7 1 0
2001 TBA 2B 6 6 12 11 1 3
2002 TBA 1B 6 3 47 6 1 4
2002 TBA 3B 10 10 7 19 3 3
2002 TBA OF 2 2 3 1 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 6
Second Base 70
Third Base 171
Shortstop 7
Left Field 1
Right Field 1
Designated Hitter 8

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2002 TBA AL $255,000
2001 TBA AL $255,000
2000 TBA AL $237,500
1999 TBA AL $235,000
1998 TBA AL $170,000
Total Career Earnings $1,152,500