Gibby Brack
Born: 3/29/1908 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 1/20/1960 in Greenville, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-04-23 | Final Game: 1939-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Gilbert Herman Brack
Biography
Gibby Brack, born in 1908, was a notable position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1937 to 1939. Playing primarily during the late 1930s, Brack emerged as a reliable contributor on the field, participating in 315 games and showcasing his skills with a batting average of .279. Over the course of his career, he recorded 273 hits, including 16 home runs, and drove in 113 runs, highlighting his ability to impact games offensively. Additionally, his speed on the basepaths was evident as he stole 13 bases, demonstrating versatility and athleticism.
Brack's career unfolded in an era characterized by the transition from the deadball style of play to a more offense-driven approach, as teams began to emphasize power and run production. Despite the challenges of competing in a league filled with emerging stars, Brack managed to carve out a respectable niche for himself. His contributions to his teams during this brief but impactful career remain a testament to his skills as a ballplayer in a rapidly evolving game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 315 | 980 | 150 | 273 | 70 | 18 | 16 | 113 | 13 | 92 | 186 | 0.279 | 0.341 | 0.436 | 0.777 | 714.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | BRO | NL | 112 | 372 | 60 | 102 | 27 | 9 | 5 | 38 | 9 | 44 | 93 | 0.274 | 385.2 |
| 1938 | BRO | NL | 40 | 56 | 10 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 14 | 0.214 | -193.6 |
| 1938 | PHI | NL | 72 | 282 | 40 | 81 | 20 | 4 | 4 | 28 | 2 | 18 | 30 | 0.287 | -193.6 |
| 1939 | PHI | NL | 91 | 270 | 40 | 78 | 21 | 4 | 6 | 41 | 1 | 26 | 49 | 0.289 | 451.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 19 | 0 | 158 | 7 | 4 | 11 |
| OF | 230 | 0 | 479 | 22 | 17 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | BRO | OF | 101 | 0 | 208 | 10 | 7 | 0 |
| 1938 | BRO | OF | 13 | 0 | 26 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1938 | PHI | OF | 68 | 0 | 156 | 5 | 6 | 2 |
| 1939 | PHI | 1B | 19 | 0 | 158 | 7 | 4 | 11 |
| 1939 | PHI | OF | 48 | 0 | 89 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 19 |
| Left Field | 61 |
| Center Field | 86 |
| Right Field | 98 |