Dave Roberts (roberda05)
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David Arthur Roberts
- Bats Left, Throws Left
- Height 6' 2", Weight 197 lb.
- Debut July 6, 1969
- Final Game May 16, 1981
- Born September 11, 1944 in Gallipolis, OH USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Not to be confused with three other major leaguers of the same name, this Dave Roberts was a lefthanded pitcher for several big league teams. His best years came from 1972-1975 with the Houston Astros. There, teamed with Larry Dierker, Ken Forsch, Tom Griffin, and J.R. Richard, he was part of a formidable rotation - when all were healthy, which was not very often. Roberts was a good-hitting pitcher, slugging 7 home runs in 531 at bats.
He is the father of minor league outfielder Daron Roberts.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 1968 Pitcher of the Year International League Columbus Jets
- 15 Wins Seasons: 2 (1973 & 1976)
- 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 4 (1971, 1973, 1974 & 1976)
- Won a World Series with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1979 (he did not play in the World Series)
