Brandon Allen
Born: 2/12/1986 in Conroe, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2009-08-22 | Final Game: 2012-05-09
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Brandon Durell Allen
Biography
Brandon Allen was a professional baseball player born in 1986, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2009 until his retirement in 2012. Allen made his mark in the league during a transitional period characterized by a blend of traditional playing styles and the evolving emphasis on power hitting. He made his MLB debut on August 22, 2009, showcasing his potential as a formidable hitter in a competitive environment.
Over the course of his career, Allen played in 116 games, accumulating 70 hits, 12 home runs, and 41 RBIs, while finishing with a batting average of .203. His ability to contribute with power was evidenced by his home run total, reflecting the increasing importance of slugging in the game during his era. Additionally, Allen demonstrated speed on the bases with 3 stolen bases, highlighting his versatility as a player. Though his career was relatively brief, Allen's journey through Major League Baseball exemplified the challenges many players faced in carving out a lasting legacy in a rapidly evolving sport. He officially retired on May 9, 2012.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116 | 344 | 44 | 70 | 19 | 2 | 12 | 41 | 3 | 42 | 137 | 0.203 | 0.290 | 0.375 | 0.665 | -515.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | AZ | NL | 32 | 104 | 13 | 21 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 0 | 12 | 40 | 0.202 | -208.0 |
| 2010 | AZ | NL | 22 | 45 | 5 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 10 | 20 | 0.267 | 98.6 |
| 2011 | AZ | NL | 11 | 29 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 0.172 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | OAK | AL | 41 | 146 | 18 | 30 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 2 | 11 | 55 | 0.205 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | OAK | AL | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | TBR | AL | 7 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 90 | 82 | 710 | 37 | 6 | 59 |
| OF | 17 | 17 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ARI | 1B | 32 | 29 | 260 | 11 | 2 | 23 |
| 2010 | ARI | 1B | 4 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 | ARI | OF | 14 | 14 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | ARI | 1B | 10 | 9 | 77 | 5 | 0 | 9 |
| 2011 | OAK | 1B | 41 | 40 | 334 | 19 | 4 | 24 |
| 2012 | OAK | 1B | 3 | 2 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | TBA | OF | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 90 |
| Left Field | 17 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | OAK | AL | $482,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $482,500 | ||