Fred Brickell
Born: 11/9/1906 in Saffordville, KS, USA
Died: 4/8/1961 in Wichita, KS, USA
MLB Debut: 1926-08-19 | Final Game: 1933-05-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: George Frederick Brickell
Biography
Fred Brickell, born in 1906, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who played from 1926 until 1933. Known for his solid batting skills and versatility on the field, Brickell appeared in 501 games throughout his career, amassing a total of 407 hits and boasting a batting average of .281. His offensive contributions included 131 RBIs and 6 home runs, while he also showcased his speed with 19 stolen bases.
Playing during the late 1920s and early 1930s, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-driven game, Brickell established himself as a reliable player for the teams he represented. His ability to consistently get on base and drive in runs made him a valuable asset in the lineup. Brickell's career spanned a time of significant change in baseball, as the sport began to embrace more dynamic playing styles, and he left a lasting impact on the teams he played for before retiring from the game in 1933.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 501 | 1448 | 221 | 407 | 54 | 23 | 6 | 131 | 19 | 106 | 121 | 0.281 | 0.335 | 0.363 | 0.697 | -2181.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | PIT | NL | 24 | 55 | 11 | 19 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.345 | 137.8 |
| 1927 | PIT | NL | 32 | 21 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1928 | PIT | NL | 81 | 202 | 34 | 65 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 41 | 5 | 20 | 18 | 0.322 | 380.6 |
| 1929 | PIT | NL | 60 | 118 | 13 | 37 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 0.314 | -105.9 |
| 1930 | PHI | NL | 53 | 240 | 33 | 59 | 12 | 6 | 0 | 17 | 1 | 13 | 21 | 0.246 | -938.5 |
| 1930 | PIT | NL | 68 | 219 | 36 | 65 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 14 | 3 | 15 | 20 | 0.297 | -938.5 |
| 1931 | PHI | NL | 130 | 514 | 77 | 130 | 14 | 5 | 1 | 31 | 5 | 42 | 39 | 0.253 | -1460.1 |
| 1932 | PHI | NL | 45 | 66 | 9 | 22 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 0.333 | 171.9 |
| 1933 | PHI | NL | 8 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | WS | PIT | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 346 | 0 | 849 | 32 | 30 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | PIT | OF | 14 | 0 | 20 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1927 | PIT | OF | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1928 | PIT | OF | 50 | 0 | 107 | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| 1929 | PIT | OF | 27 | 0 | 54 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1930 | PHI | OF | 53 | 0 | 151 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1930 | PIT | OF | 61 | 0 | 134 | 3 | 7 | 1 |
| 1931 | PHI | OF | 122 | 0 | 341 | 8 | 8 | 2 |
| 1932 | PHI | OF | 12 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 1933 | PHI | OF | 4 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 87 |
| Center Field | 238 |
| Right Field | 23 |