Bunny Brief
Born: 7/3/1892 in Remus, MI, USA
Died: 2/11/1963 in Milwaukee, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1912-09-22 | Final Game: 1917-06-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Anthony Vincent Brief
Biography
Bunny Brief, born in 1892, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1912 to 1917. He played primarily as a position player, appearing in 184 games during his time in Major League Baseball. Brief's offensive contributions included 127 hits, 5 home runs, and 59 RBIs, with a career batting average of .223. He also showcased his speed on the bases, accumulating 17 stolen bases over the course of his career.
Competing in the early 20th century, Brief's tenure coincided with a transitional period in baseball, marked by the emergence of power hitting and increased athleticism among players. While his overall statistics may not have placed him among the era's stars, Bunny Brief's dedication to the game and ability to adapt to the evolving landscape of baseball left a lasting impression during his time on the field. His contributions to the teams he played for helped pave the way for future generations of players in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 184 | 569 | 61 | 127 | 25 | 9 | 5 | 59 | 17 | 58 | 95 | 0.223 | 0.306 | 0.325 | 0.631 | -535.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | SLA | AL | 15 | 42 | 9 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0.310 | 0.0 |
| 1913 | SLA | AL | 85 | 258 | 24 | 56 | 11 | 6 | 1 | 26 | 3 | 21 | 46 | 0.217 | -518.6 |
| 1915 | CHW | AL | 48 | 154 | 13 | 33 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 8 | 16 | 28 | 0.214 | -86.5 |
| 1917 | PIT | NL | 36 | 115 | 15 | 25 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 4 | 15 | 21 | 0.217 | 69.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 146 | 0 | 1418 | 81 | 20 | 88 |
| OF | 17 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | SLA | 1B | 4 | 0 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 1912 | SLA | OF | 9 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 1913 | SLA | 1B | 62 | 0 | 622 | 34 | 9 | 41 |
| 1913 | SLA | OF | 8 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1915 | CHA | 1B | 46 | 0 | 458 | 23 | 7 | 21 |
| 1917 | PIT | 1B | 34 | 0 | 309 | 22 | 4 | 23 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 145 |
| Left Field | 18 |