Jackie Brandt
Born: 4/28/1934 in Omaha, NE, USA
MLB Debut: 1956-04-21 | Final Game: 1967-09-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: John George Brandt
Biography
Jackie Brandt was a prominent American baseball player born in 1934, who played in the Major Leagues from 1956 until his retirement in 1967. Throughout his career, Brandt established himself as a talented position player, appearing in 1,221 games. He amassed a total of 1,020 hits, demonstrating a consistent ability to contribute offensively. With 112 home runs and 485 RBIs, Brandt showcased his power and run-producing capabilities, while his batting average of .262 reflected his solid hitting skills. Additionally, he recorded 45 stolen bases, underscoring his speed on the basepaths and versatility as a player.
Brandt earned recognition for his contributions to the game, being selected as an All-Star twice during his career. His tenure in Major League Baseball coincided with a transformative period in the sport, characterized by the emergence of dynamic playing styles and a diverse array of talent. Brandt's ability to perform at a high level in this evolving landscape left a lasting impact on the teams he played for and the fans who followed his career. After his retirement on September 2, 1967, Brandt remained a respected figure in baseball history, remembered for his skillful play and contributions to the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1221 | 3895 | 540 | 1020 | 175 | 37 | 112 | 485 | 45 | 351 | 574 | 0.262 | 0.323 | 0.412 | 0.735 | 2741.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | NY1 | NL | 98 | 351 | 45 | 105 | 16 | 8 | 11 | 47 | 3 | 17 | 31 | 0.299 | 607.0 |
| 1956 | STL | NL | 27 | 42 | 9 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0.286 | 607.0 |
| 1958 | SFG | NL | 18 | 52 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 0.250 | -121.3 |
| 1959 | SFG | NL | 137 | 429 | 63 | 116 | 16 | 5 | 12 | 57 | 11 | 35 | 69 | 0.270 | 216.2 |
| 1960 | BAL | AL | 145 | 511 | 73 | 130 | 24 | 6 | 15 | 65 | 5 | 47 | 69 | 0.254 | 163.6 |
| 1961 | BAL | AL | 139 | 516 | 93 | 153 | 18 | 5 | 16 | 72 | 10 | 62 | 51 | 0.297 | 1361.2 |
| 1962 | BAL | AL | 143 | 505 | 76 | 129 | 29 | 5 | 19 | 75 | 9 | 55 | 64 | 0.255 | 717.9 |
| 1963 | BAL | AL | 142 | 451 | 49 | 112 | 15 | 5 | 15 | 61 | 4 | 34 | 85 | 0.248 | 135.1 |
| 1964 | BAL | AL | 137 | 523 | 66 | 127 | 25 | 1 | 13 | 47 | 1 | 45 | 104 | 0.243 | -240.6 |
| 1965 | BAL | AL | 96 | 243 | 35 | 59 | 17 | 0 | 8 | 24 | 1 | 21 | 40 | 0.243 | 165.5 |
| 1966 | PHI | NL | 82 | 164 | 16 | 41 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 17 | 36 | 0.250 | -187.7 |
| 1967 | HOU | NL | 41 | 89 | 7 | 21 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 9 | 0.236 | -75.0 |
| 1967 | PHI | NL | 16 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.105 | -75.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 18 | 17 | 120 | 7 | 3 | 6 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 25 | 16 | 9 | 31 | 8 | 1 |
| OF | 1100 | 930 | 2131 | 76 | 44 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | NY1 | OF | 96 | 85 | 165 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| 1956 | SLN | OF | 26 | 10 | 33 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1958 | SFN | OF | 14 | 11 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1959 | SFN | 1B | 3 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1959 | SFN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1959 | SFN | 3B | 18 | 15 | 9 | 27 | 8 | 1 |
| 1959 | SFN | OF | 116 | 82 | 176 | 10 | 3 | 2 |
| 1960 | BAL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1960 | BAL | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1960 | BAL | OF | 142 | 127 | 284 | 10 | 5 | 2 |
| 1961 | BAL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1961 | BAL | OF | 136 | 134 | 293 | 6 | 8 | 2 |
| 1962 | BAL | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1962 | BAL | OF | 138 | 128 | 310 | 9 | 8 | 2 |
| 1963 | BAL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1963 | BAL | OF | 134 | 121 | 272 | 9 | 4 | 1 |
| 1964 | BAL | OF | 134 | 126 | 345 | 14 | 7 | 2 |
| 1965 | BAL | OF | 84 | 58 | 143 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1966 | PHI | OF | 71 | 44 | 78 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1967 | HOU | 1B | 14 | 14 | 102 | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| 1967 | HOU | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | HOU | OF | 6 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | PHI | OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 18 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 25 |
| Left Field | 352 |
| Center Field | 670 |
| Right Field | 225 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1959 | Gold Glove | LF |