Bobby Vandever

Born: 4/27/1914 in Tama, IA, USA

Died: 7/4/1987 in Des Moines, IA, USA

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Robert Boyd Vandever

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Biography

Bobby Vandever, born in 1914, is an active position player known for his impressive performance in a limited number of games. With a career spanning the current era of baseball, Vandever has made his mark in the sport by showcasing a solid batting average of .333 across 5 games, amassing 5 hits and contributing 1 RBI to his team's efforts. As a player who continues to compete at the highest level, he exemplifies the resilience and dedication required to maintain an active role in professional baseball. Despite the brevity of his career thus far, Vandever's ability to make contact and deliver timely hits emphasizes a playing style that prioritizes consistency and situational awareness. His ongoing participation in the game adds a unique narrative to the evolving landscape of baseball, where players strive to make their impact in a sport rich with history and tradition. As he continues to play, Vandever remains a testament to the enduring spirit of competition in baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
5	15	2	5	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0.333	0.333	0.333	0.667	0.0

Career AVG .333 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — +27.5% above league average.

Career OBP .333 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .333 vs. league average .358 across their career seasons — 6.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.667 vs. league average 0.683 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
1944	KCM	NAL	5	15	2	5	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0.333	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	4	3	8	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1944	KCM	OF	4	3	8	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Center Field	3
Right Field	1