Rocky Bridges, baseball player, 1951-1961

Rocky Bridges

Born: 8/7/1927 in Refugio, TX, USA

Died: 1/28/2015 in Coeur d'Alene, ID, USA

MLB Debut: 1951-04-17 | Final Game: 1961-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Everett Lamar Bridges

Biography

Rocky Bridges was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1951 to 1961. Born in 1927, he made his major league debut on April 17, 1951, and went on to play 919 games primarily as a position player. Bridges accumulated a total of 562 hits throughout his career, complementing his offensive contributions with 16 home runs and 187 RBIs. He finished his playing days with a batting average of .247 and recorded 10 stolen bases, showcasing a blend of hitting ability and speed on the base paths. Bridges was recognized for his talents with an All-Star selection during his career, highlighting his impact during a competitive era in baseball marked by the emergence of powerful hitters and the integration of diverse talent into the league. His contributions to the teams he played for, including the Washington Senators and the Detroit Tigers, were significant, as he provided steady defense and versatility on the field. As a player who navigated the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball in the 1950s, Bridges left a lasting legacy that continues to be remembered by baseball historians and fans alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
919 2272 245 562 80 11 16 187 10 205 229 0.247 0.310 0.313 0.623 -5620.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 270 84 592 614 24 154
3B 191 38 103 197 23 20
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 447 344 686 1161 62 244

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 271
Third Base 189
Shortstop 448
Left Field 1