Rod Brewer
Born: 2/24/1966 in Eustis, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-09-05 | Final Game: 1993-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Rodney Lee Brewer
Biography
Rod Brewer, born in 1966, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1990 to 1993. Brewer played primarily as a position player, participating in a total of 172 games during his career. He demonstrated a solid batting ability, finishing with a career batting average of .278, which reflected his consistency at the plate. Over his career, he accumulated 80 hits, including 2 home runs, and recorded 33 RBIs, showcasing his potential as a contributor to his team's offense. Additionally, Brewer demonstrated speed on the base paths, with 1 stolen base to his credit.
Brewer's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the rising influence of power hitters and the evolving strategies of the game. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions were significant during a period that saw the game shift toward a more aggressive, offensive style. Brewer's journey through the majors exemplified the dedication and resilience required to compete at the highest level, leaving a lasting impression on those who followed his career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 172 | 288 | 30 | 80 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 33 | 1 | 25 | 47 | 0.278 | 0.336 | 0.351 | 0.687 | 103.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | STL | NL | 14 | 25 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.240 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | STL | NL | 19 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | STL | NL | 29 | 103 | 11 | 31 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 12 | 0.301 | 47.6 |
| 1993 | STL | NL | 110 | 147 | 15 | 42 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 1 | 17 | 26 | 0.286 | 56.1 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 45.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 45.00 | - |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 83 | 32 | 388 | 32 | 2 | 36 |
| OF | 40 | 25 | 56 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | SLN | 1B | 9 | 4 | 46 | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| 1991 | SLN | 1B | 15 | 1 | 27 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 1991 | SLN | OF | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | SLN | 1B | 27 | 22 | 214 | 18 | 0 | 16 |
| 1992 | SLN | OF | 4 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | SLN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | SLN | 1B | 32 | 5 | 101 | 5 | 1 | 13 |
| 1993 | SLN | OF | 33 | 21 | 47 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| First Base | 83 |
| Left Field | 19 |
| Right Field | 22 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | SLN | NL | $125,000 |
| 1990 | SLN | NL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $225,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Florida | Gainesville | FL | 1985, 1986, 1987 |