Brian Banks
Born: 9/28/1970 in Mesa, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-09-09 | Final Game: 2003-09-28
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Brian Glen Banks
Biography
Brian Banks was a professional baseball player born in 1970, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1996 to 2003. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 273 games, demonstrating a solid presence on the field. Banks recorded 122 hits, including 13 home runs, and accumulated 64 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .246. He also showcased his speed on the bases, stealing 8 bases during his time in the league.
Banks' career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was witnessing a resurgence in offensive performance and the emergence of powerful hitters. His contributions as a versatile position player reflected the evolving nature of the game, where athleticism and adaptability became more crucial. Though he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Banks' dedication and performance left a mark during his tenure in the majors, making him a notable figure in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 273 | 495 | 65 | 122 | 19 | 3 | 13 | 64 | 8 | 62 | 129 | 0.246 | 0.330 | 0.376 | 0.706 | -1015.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | ATL | AL | 4 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.571 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | ATL | AL | 28 | 68 | 9 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 17 | 0.206 | -353.9 |
| 1998 | MIL | NL | 24 | 24 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0.292 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | 105 | 219 | 34 | 53 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 22 | 6 | 25 | 59 | 0.242 | -617.4 |
| 2002 | MIA | NL | 20 | 28 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.321 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | MIA | NL | 92 | 149 | 14 | 35 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 23 | 2 | 25 | 38 | 0.235 | -43.7 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | NLCS | FLO | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2003 | NLDS1 | FLO | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 65 | 31 | 326 | 27 | 4 | 30 |
| 3B | 3 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 45 | 23 | 152 | 14 | 3 | 3 |
| OF | 65 | 40 | 67 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | ML4 | 1B | 1 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | ML4 | OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | ML4 | 1B | 5 | 2 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | ML4 | 3B | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | ML4 | OF | 15 | 13 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | MIL | C | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | MIL | 1B | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | MIL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | MIL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | MIL | C | 40 | 22 | 148 | 14 | 3 | 3 |
| 1999 | MIL | 1B | 44 | 21 | 221 | 20 | 2 | 18 |
| 1999 | MIL | OF | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | FLO | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 | FLO | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | FLO | OF | 8 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | FLO | 1B | 12 | 6 | 72 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
| 2003 | FLO | OF | 33 | 22 | 38 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 45 |
| First Base | 65 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 49 |
| Right Field | 17 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | FLO | NL | $300,000 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | $203,000 |
| 1997 | ML4 | AL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $653,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham Young University | Provo | UT | 1990, 1993 |