Brandon Berger
Born: 2/21/1975 in Covington, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-09-09 | Final Game: 2004-06-13
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Brandon Charles Berger
Biography
Brandon Berger, born in 1975, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2001 to 2004. Over the course of his brief career, Berger appeared in 81 games, where he showcased his power-hitting capabilities, accumulating 46 hits and recording 8 home runs. He contributed 24 RBIs to his teams, demonstrating a knack for driving in runs despite finishing with a batting average of .212. Berger also displayed some speed on the base paths, successfully stealing 2 bases during his time in the league.
Berger's career unfolded during a period marked by significant offensive output in baseball, often referred to as the "steroid era." While he did not achieve the same level of prominence as some of his contemporaries, his ability to hit for power and his role as a utility player allowed him to leave his mark in the sport. He played until June 13, 2004, after which he retired from professional baseball. His journey reflects the challenges and dynamics faced by many players who navigated the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball during the early 2000s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | 217 | 28 | 46 | 8 | 2 | 8 | 24 | 2 | 15 | 45 | 0.212 | 0.268 | 0.378 | 0.646 | -379.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | KCR | AL | 6 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.312 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | KCR | AL | 51 | 134 | 16 | 27 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 17 | 1 | 8 | 32 | 0.201 | -379.1 |
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 13 | 32 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0.219 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | KCR | AL | 11 | 35 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 63 | 49 | 108 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | KCA | OF | 5 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | KCA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | KCA | OF | 36 | 27 | 60 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | KCA | OF | 11 | 8 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | KCA | OF | 11 | 9 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 29 |
| Center Field | 4 |
| Right Field | 33 |
| Designated Hitter | 12 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | KCA | AL | $304,000 |
| 2002 | KCA | AL | $202,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $506,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Kentucky University | Richmond | KY | 1994, 1995, 1996 |