Robby Hammock
| AB | 481 |
|---|---|
| AVG | .254 |
| OBP | .312 |
| SLG | .407 |
| HR | 12 |
- Full name Robert Wade Hammock
- Born 05/13/1977 in Macon, GA
- Profile Ht.: 5'10" / Wt.: 185 / Bats: R / Throws: R
- School Georgia
- Debut 04/11/2003
- Drafted in the 23rd round (703rd overall) by the Arizona Diamondbacks in 1998.
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Hammock had always hit since signing in 1998, but last year he established himself as a jack of all trades capable of filling three roles--backup catcher, corner infielder, corner outfielder-- with one roster spot. His ascent through the minors was slowed by a severe bone bruise in his right wrist in 2000. Once he returned, Brad Cresse cut into Hammock's time behind the plate. He alternated between catcher, outfield and third base last year. Hammock uses a short stroke, makes good contact, has solid power and does a fine job of recognizing pitches. He threw out 40 percent of basestealers in 2002 and showed agility at every position he played. The Diamondbacks believe he could become their answer to Eli Marrero after some time in Triple-A.
