Bruce Boisclair
Born: 12/9/1952 in Putnam, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1974-09-11 | Final Game: 1979-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Bruce Armand Boisclair
Biography
Bruce Boisclair was an American professional baseball player, born in 1952, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1974 to 1979. Over the course of his career, Boisclair appeared in 410 games, showcasing his skills primarily as an outfielder. He made significant contributions at the plate, finishing his career with 241 hits and a batting average of .263. Boisclair was known for his ability to get on base and contribute to his team's offensive efforts, as evidenced by his 77 RBIs and 10 home runs.
During his playing years, Boisclair demonstrated versatility and speed, recording 18 stolen bases, which added a dynamic element to his game. He played in an era that was marked by the transition from the late 1960s through the 1970s, a time when the game was evolving with a greater emphasis on power hitting and speed on the base paths. Boisclair's contributions to the teams he played for reflected the competitive spirit of the era, making him a noteworthy figure in the landscape of baseball during his tenure. His career, while not as widely recognized as some contemporaries, remains a testament to the talent and determination present in the league during the late 20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 410 | 917 | 114 | 241 | 47 | 6 | 10 | 77 | 18 | 86 | 183 | 0.263 | 0.324 | 0.360 | 0.684 | -468.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | NYN | NL | 7 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | NYN | NL | 110 | 286 | 42 | 82 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 13 | 9 | 28 | 55 | 0.287 | 372.4 |
| 1977 | NYN | NL | 127 | 307 | 41 | 90 | 21 | 1 | 4 | 44 | 6 | 31 | 57 | 0.293 | 355.9 |
| 1978 | NYN | NL | 107 | 214 | 24 | 48 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 15 | 3 | 23 | 43 | 0.224 | -514.0 |
| 1979 | NYN | NL | 59 | 98 | 7 | 18 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 0.184 | -683.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 11 | 2 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 276 | 186 | 454 | 11 | 12 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | NYN | OF | 5 | 3 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1976 | NYN | OF | 87 | 60 | 156 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1977 | NYN | 1B | 9 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1977 | NYN | OF | 91 | 65 | 140 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 1978 | NYN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | NYN | OF | 69 | 44 | 114 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1979 | NYN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | NYN | OF | 24 | 14 | 34 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 11 |
| Left Field | 90 |
| Center Field | 54 |
| Right Field | 151 |