Greg Briley, baseball player, 1988-1993

Greg Briley

Born: 5/24/1965 in Greenville, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1988-06-27 | Final Game: 1993-09-24

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Gregory Briley

Biography

Greg Briley, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1988 until his retirement in 1993. Known for his versatility as a position player, Briley played in a total of 598 games during his career. He showcased a solid batting average of .253, with 384 hits, including 29 home runs and 135 RBIs. Briley was also notable for his speed on the basepaths, finishing his career with 65 stolen bases, which added an exciting dynamic to his overall playing style. Briley's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the growing importance of speed and power in the game. His ability to contribute both offensively and defensively allowed him to carve out a niche as a reliable player for his teams. Though Briley may not have reached the upper echelons of statistical stardom, his contributions to the game during the late 1980s and early 1990s reflected the evolving nature of baseball, where every player's role was significant in the pursuit of team success.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
598 1518 172 384 75 9 29 135 65 124 260 0.253 0.310 0.372 0.681 -1271.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 15 12 25 41 1 9
3B 5 4 0 4 2 0
OF 457 332 685 17 18 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 15
Third Base 5
Left Field 304
Center Field 18
Right Field 162
Designated Hitter 20

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1993 FLO NL $109,000
1992 SEA AL $570,000
1991 SEA AL $265,000
1990 SEA AL $150,000
1989 SEA AL $68,000
Total Career Earnings $1,162,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Louisburg College Louisburg NC 1984, 1985
North Carolina State University Raleigh NC 1986