Brent Abernathy
Born: 9/23/1977 in Atlanta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-06-25 | Final Game: 2005-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Michael Brent Abernathy
Biography
Brent Abernathy, born in 1977, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2001 to 2005. Primarily a position player, Abernathy played in a total of 232 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility and determination on the field. He accumulated 212 hits, which included 8 home runs and 79 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .244. Known for his speed, he also recorded 21 stolen bases, demonstrating his ability to impact the game not only with his bat but also with his agility on the bases.
Abernathy's career unfolded during a period marked by significant changes in baseball, including the rise of power hitters and the increasing emphasis on offensive statistics. While he may not have been a star in terms of traditional metrics, his contributions as a reliable role player were crucial to the teams he played for, providing depth and experience. After retiring from professional play in 2005, Abernathy left a legacy as a steady presence in the game, embodying the resilience and commitment that defined many of his contemporaries during the early 2000s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 232 | 868 | 97 | 212 | 36 | 5 | 8 | 79 | 21 | 60 | 93 | 0.244 | 0.297 | 0.325 | 0.622 | -2373.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | TBR | AL | 79 | 304 | 43 | 82 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 33 | 8 | 27 | 35 | 0.270 | -349.0 |
| 2002 | TBR | AL | 117 | 463 | 46 | 112 | 18 | 4 | 2 | 40 | 10 | 25 | 46 | 0.242 | -1835.0 |
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 10 | 27 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.074 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | TBR | AL | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | MIN | AL | 24 | 67 | 5 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 0.239 | -189.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 223 | 214 | 440 | 590 | 22 | 154 |
| OF | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | TBA | 2B | 79 | 78 | 150 | 209 | 7 | 56 |
| 2002 | TBA | 2B | 116 | 115 | 253 | 316 | 12 | 85 |
| 2003 | KCA | 2B | 9 | 6 | 12 | 20 | 0 | 4 |
| 2003 | TBA | 2B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | MIN | 2B | 17 | 14 | 24 | 37 | 2 | 9 |
| 2005 | MIN | OF | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 223 |
| Left Field | 5 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TBA | AL | $300,000 |
| 2002 | TBA | AL | $215,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $515,000 | ||