- Dave Roberts didn't play for the Toronto Blue Jays in 1977. Roberts had spent the entire 1976 season with AAA Hawaii to learn how to be a catcher and was purchased from the San Diego Padres in October 1976. The Blue Jays traded Roberts back to the Padres in February 1977 for Jerry Johnson.
- Roberts played four different positions in 1977 -- catcher, 2B, 3B, and shortstop. He spent most of his time behind the plate so that the Padres could play new free agent aquisition Gene Tenace more at first base.
- 1977 Stats: .220, 1 HR, 23 RBI in 82 games
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- Dave Roberts had a tough time with the Tigers in 1977. Roberts was sold to the Chicago Cubs on July 31 as the Cubs sought pitching help for the stretch drive. Dave pitched better for the Cubs.
- 1977 Stats:
- Detroit Tigers - 4-10, 5.15 ERA in 22 starts
- Chicago Cubs - 1-1, 3.23 ERA in 17 games (6 starts)
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