Bob Kipper (full name: Robert Wayne Kipper; no nicknames) played pitcher from 1985 until 1992 for the California Angels, Pittsburgh Pirates and Minnesota Twins. He played for the Angels in 1985, Pirates from 1985 - 1991 and Twins in 1992. Over 8 seasons, he started 45 games, won 27 games, struck out 369 batters, and had a 4.34 ERA. Born on July 8, 1964 in Aurora, IL, Kipper stands 6' 2" and weighs 200 lb. He attended Central Catholic (Aurora, IL) high school and was drafted by the California Angels in the 1st round (8th pick) of the 1982 amateur draft. His debut was on April 12, 1985 and he played his final game on July 27, 1992. Over his career, Kipper made $2,780,000. Common misspellings of his name include Robert Bob bobby robert Wayne Kipper.