Career Summary
Bob Watson played first baseman for the New York Yankees from 1980-1982. Over 3 seasons, he appeared in 196 games, batting .282 with 19 home runs and 83 RBI. He also appeared in 17 postseason games.
Season-by-Season Stats
Regular Season
| Year | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 130 | 469 | 62 | 144 | 25 | 3 | 13 | 68 | 48 | 56 | 2 | .307 | .368 | .456 | .824 |
| 1981 | 59 | 156 | 15 | 33 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 24 | 17 | 0 | .212 | .317 | .385 | .702 |
| 1982 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | .235 | .350 | .412 | .762 |
| Career | 196 | 642 | 80 | 181 | 31 | 6 | 19 | 83 | 75 | 73 | 2 | .282 | .357 | .438 | .795 |
Postseason
| Year | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 3 | 12 | -- | 6 | -- | -- | 0 | 0 | -- | -- | -- | .500 | -- | -- | -- |
| 1981 | 14 | 50 | -- | 17 | -- | -- | 2 | 9 | -- | -- | -- | .340 | -- | -- | -- |
| Career | 17 | 62 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .371 | .371 | .468 | .839 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Bob Watson play in the postseason with the Yankees?
Yes, Bob Watson appeared in 17 postseason games for the New York Yankees. While Bob Watson didn't win a World Series ring, the postseason experience showed Bob Watson's value as a contributor during the Yankees' October runs.
Where was Bob Watson born?
Bob Watson was born in Los Angeles, CA, USA. Bob Watson went on to play for the New York Yankees from 1980-1982, representing the franchise at the major league level.
What were Bob Watson's career stats with the Yankees?
Bob Watson compiled a .282 batting average, 19 home runs, 83 RBI, and 181 hits across 196 games for the New York Yankees. Bob Watson's offensive production with the Yankees covered the 1980-1982 seasons.