Dan Briggs
Born: 11/18/1952 in Scotia, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1975-09-10 | Final Game: 1982-07-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Dan Lee Briggs
Biography
Dan Briggs, born in 1952, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during his career from 1975 to 1982. He appeared in 325 games over his tenure in Major League Baseball, showcasing his skills primarily with the bat and in the field. Despite finishing his career with a batting average of .195, Briggs contributed to his teams with 134 hits and 12 home runs, along with 53 RBIs. He also demonstrated some speed on the basepaths, recording 2 stolen bases throughout his time in the league.
Briggs' career unfolded during a period marked by significant changes in baseball, including the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively driven game. His playing style reflected the grit and determination of players in the late 1970s and early 1980s, as he navigated the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball. Although he may not have achieved the stellar statistics that some of his contemporaries did, Briggs' journey through the league remains a testament to the dedication and passion required to succeed at the highest levels of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 325 | 688 | 67 | 134 | 20 | 6 | 12 | 53 | 2 | 45 | 133 | 0.195 | 0.249 | 0.294 | 0.543 | -2216.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | LAA | AL | 13 | 31 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | LAA | AL | 77 | 248 | 19 | 53 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 13 | 47 | 0.214 | -903.2 |
| 1977 | LAA | AL | 59 | 74 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 0.162 | -471.9 |
| 1978 | CLE | AL | 15 | 49 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.163 | -240.4 |
| 1979 | SDP | NL | 104 | 227 | 34 | 47 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 30 | 2 | 18 | 45 | 0.207 | -600.9 |
| 1981 | WSN | NL | 9 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | CHC | NL | 48 | 48 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 152 | 76 | 798 | 66 | 10 | 68 |
| OF | 130 | 89 | 224 | 11 | 7 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | CAL | 1B | 6 | 3 | 40 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 1975 | CAL | OF | 5 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CAL | 1B | 44 | 29 | 274 | 23 | 2 | 32 |
| 1976 | CAL | OF | 40 | 37 | 84 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1977 | CAL | 1B | 45 | 8 | 136 | 12 | 1 | 10 |
| 1977 | CAL | OF | 13 | 11 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1978 | CLE | OF | 15 | 15 | 38 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1979 | SDN | 1B | 50 | 35 | 326 | 28 | 5 | 20 |
| 1979 | SDN | OF | 44 | 20 | 67 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1981 | MON | 1B | 3 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | MON | OF | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CHN | 1B | 4 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1982 | CHN | OF | 10 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 151 |
| Left Field | 40 |
| Center Field | 62 |
| Right Field | 30 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |