Brennan Boesch
Born: 4/12/1985 in Santa Monica, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2010-04-23 | Final Game: 2015-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Brennan Philip Boesch
Biography
Brennan Boesch was an American professional baseball player, born in 1985. He played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2010 until his retirement in 2015. Boesch made his debut on April 23, 2010, and had a notable career spanning 481 games. He was known for his powerful left-handed bat and versatility in the outfield, contributing significantly to his teams during his tenure.
Over the course of his career, Boesch recorded 394 hits, including 48 home runs, and drove in 195 runs, finishing with a batting average of .250. His ability to steal bases was also evident, as he accumulated 22 stolen bases. Boesch played a key role in a competitive era of baseball where offensive production was highly valued, and he left his mark with several memorable performances, particularly during his early seasons with the Detroit Tigers. His journey through the majors showcased both his talent and determination, making him a respected figure in the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 481 | 1577 | 192 | 394 | 79 | 7 | 48 | 195 | 22 | 109 | 344 | 0.250 | 0.303 | 0.400 | 0.703 | -928.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | DET | AL | 133 | 464 | 49 | 119 | 26 | 3 | 14 | 67 | 7 | 40 | 99 | 0.256 | 59.9 |
| 2011 | DET | AL | 115 | 428 | 75 | 121 | 25 | 1 | 16 | 54 | 5 | 35 | 83 | 0.283 | 882.3 |
| 2012 | DET | AL | 132 | 470 | 52 | 113 | 22 | 2 | 12 | 54 | 6 | 26 | 104 | 0.240 | -895.8 |
| 2013 | NYY | AL | 23 | 51 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.275 | 111.5 |
| 2014 | LAA | AL | 27 | 75 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 19 | 0.187 | -389.1 |
| 2015 | CIN | NL | 51 | 89 | 4 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 30 | 0.146 | -697.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 390 | 358 | 651 | 22 | 17 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | DET | OF | 118 | 111 | 216 | 9 | 10 | 2 |
| 2011 | DET | OF | 101 | 99 | 190 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| 2012 | DET | OF | 121 | 115 | 167 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 | NYA | OF | 15 | 12 | 28 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 | LAA | OF | 12 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | CIN | OF | 23 | 15 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 112 |
| Center Field | 9 |
| Right Field | 283 |
| Designated Hitter | 52 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Rookie of the Month | May |
| 2010 | Rookie of the Month | June |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | CIN | NL | $1,250,000 |
| 2013 | NYA | AL | $1,500,000 |
| 2012 | DET | AL | $502,500 |
| 2011 | DET | AL | $430,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,682,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California - Berkeley | Berkeley | CA | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 5th | 3.0 | 140 | 0 |