Angel Bravo
Born: 8/4/1942 in Maracaibo, Zulia, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 1969-06-06 | Final Game: 1971-09-04
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Angel Alfonso Bravo
Biography
Angel Bravo, born in 1942, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1969 to 1971. Primarily serving as a position player, Bravo played a total of 149 games during his brief career. He was known for his versatility on the field, demonstrating a solid batting average of .248, which reflected his ability to make contact with the ball. Over the course of his time in the league, he accumulated 54 hits, including one home run, and drove in 12 runs, showcasing his contributions to the teams he played for.
Bravo's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by increased integration and evolving playing styles. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his journey in the sport reflected the dedication and passion that characterized many players of his time. With two stolen bases to his name, Bravo also displayed a willingness to capitalize on opportunities on the base paths. Although his Major League tenure was relatively short, Angel Bravo's contributions to the game remain a testament to the rich history of baseball during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 149 | 218 | 26 | 54 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 20 | 31 | 0.248 | 0.315 | 0.321 | 0.636 | -256.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | CHW | AL | 27 | 90 | 10 | 26 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 0.289 | 54.2 |
| 1970 | CIN | NL | 65 | 65 | 10 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 13 | 0.277 | -4.0 |
| 1971 | CIN | NL | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | SDP | NL | 52 | 58 | 6 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 12 | 0.155 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | NLCS | CIN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1970 | WS | CIN | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 56 | 35 | 66 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | CHA | OF | 25 | 23 | 44 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1970 | CIN | OF | 22 | 6 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1971 | SDN | OF | 9 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 13 |
| Center Field | 38 |
| Right Field | 9 |