Bob Melvin is a former Major League Baseball player and current manager. He was born on October 28, 1961, in Palo Alto, California. Melvin played college baseball at the University of California, Berkeley, where he was a two-time All-American. He was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the first round of the 1981 MLB draft.
Melvin made his MLB debut with the Tigers in 1985. He played for the Tigers, San Francisco Giants, Baltimore Orioles, Kansas City Royals, and Boston Red Sox during his playing career. Melvin was primarily a catcher, but he also played some first base and outfield. He was known for his defensive skills and ability to handle a pitching staff.
Melvin's best season as a player came in 1987 with the Giants. He hit .288 with 16 home runs and 79 RBIs in 139 games. He also won a Gold Glove award for his defensive play that season.
After retiring as a player in 1994, Melvin began his coaching career. He served as a minor league coach and manager in the Orioles and Milwaukee Brewers organizations. He also worked as a bench coach for the Brewers and Arizona Diamondbacks.
Melvin got his first opportunity as a major league manager with the Seattle Mariners in 2003. He led the Mariners to a 93-69 record and was named American League Manager of the Year. Melvin managed the Mariners for two more seasons before being fired in 2004.
Melvin then spent several years as a bench coach for the Diamondbacks and New York Mets before getting another chance as a manager with the Oakland Athletics in 2011. He has been the A's manager ever since. Melvin has led the A's to six playoff appearances and three American League West division titles. He was named American League Manager of the Year in 2012 and 2018.
Melvin is known for his ability to connect with players and get the most out of his teams. He is also known for his strategic acumen and willingness to embrace new ideas and technologies. Melvin is widely respected throughout the baseball world and is considered one of the best managers in the game today.
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