Steve Braun, baseball player, 1971-1985

Steve Braun

Born: 5/8/1948 in Trenton, NJ, USA

MLB Debut: 1971-04-06 | Final Game: 1985-10-06

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Stephen Russell Braun

Biography

Steve Braun, born in 1948, was a versatile position player who enjoyed a productive career in Major League Baseball from 1971 to 1985. Over the course of 1,425 games, Braun established himself as a reliable hitter, accumulating 989 hits and posting a batting average of .271. His offensive contributions included 52 home runs and 388 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and contribute to his team's success. Notably, Braun also displayed speed on the basepaths, finishing his career with 45 stolen bases. Braun's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by a shift towards more dynamic offensive play. His adaptability allowed him to play multiple positions, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Minnesota Twins and Kansas City Royals. With a keen eye for hitting and a solid understanding of the game, Braun left a lasting impact in the league, remembered not only for his statistics but also for his contributions to the teams he represented. His journey through the game reflects the evolution of baseball during the 1970s and 1980s, as players began to embrace a more aggressive style of play.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1425 3650 466 989 155 19 52 388 45 579 433 0.271 0.371 0.367 0.738 6400.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
8 11 0 1 0 0 0 2 2 1 0.091

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1985 WS SLN 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
1985 NLCS SLN 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
1982 NLCS SLN 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
1982 WS SLN 2 2 0 1 0 0 0 2 1 0 0.500
1978 ALCS KCA 2 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 9 9 75 5 3 3
2B 49 33 78 100 4 23
3B 310 269 214 510 45 54
OF 498 428 802 42 23 8
SS 21 16 24 49 5 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 9
Second Base 49
Third Base 309
Shortstop 21
Left Field 466
Center Field 1
Right Field 35
Designated Hitter 152

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1985 SLN NL $160,000
Total Career Earnings $160,000