Bradford Bennett

Born: 10/31/1916 in Obion, TN, USA

Died: 7/8/1981 in East Chicago, IN, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Brandsford Bennett

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Biography

Bradford Bennett is an active professional baseball player, born in 1916, who has made his mark as a position player in the league. Throughout his career, Bennett has participated in 68 games, demonstrating his skills with a total of 49 hits, 6 home runs, and 29 runs batted in (RBIs). His career batting average stands at .240, complemented by 2 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to contribute both offensively and on the base paths. Bennett's performance has earned him an All-Star selection, highlighting his impact and recognition within the sport. As a player currently active in the league, Bennett continues to adapt and grow in an era that values both traditional skills and modern athleticism. His journey reflects the evolution of the game, where the balance of power hitting and speed is increasingly crucial. As he progresses, Bennett's contributions not only enhance his team's competitive edge but also resonate with fans who appreciate the resilience and dedication of athletes in today's dynamic baseball landscape.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
68 204 21 49 7 1 6 29 2 16 4 0.240 0.299 0.373 0.671 -160.8

Career AVG .240 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 7.9% below league average.

Career OBP .299 vs. league average .330 across their career seasons — 9.6% below league average.

Career SLG .373 vs. league average .370 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.671 vs. league average 0.701 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1940 SNS NAL 28 89 10 19 3 1 0 12 1 10 0 0.213 .267 (-20%) .335 (-11%) .387 (-30%) .722 (-21%) -302.4
1941 SNS NAL 12 26 3 6 0 0 2 6 0 1 0 0.231 — — — — 0.0
1942 NBY NN2 28 89 8 24 4 0 4 11 1 5 4 0.270 .253 (+6%) .323 (-5%) .349 (+29%) .672 (+13%) 141.6

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 15 12 118 7 2 8
2B 1 1 1 3 0 0
3B 3 3 3 7 0 1
C 1 0 0 0 0 0
OF 47 41 54 4 3 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1940 SNS OF 28 27 31 2 1 1
1941 SNS 2B 1 1 1 3 0 0
1941 SNS OF 10 6 9 1 1 0
1942 NBY 1B 15 12 118 7 2 8
1942 NBY 3B 3 3 3 7 0 1
1942 NBY C 1 0 0 0 0 0
1942 NBY OF 9 8 14 1 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 1
First Base 15
Second Base 1
Third Base 3
Left Field 30
Center Field 1
Right Field 16