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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | SEA | AL | 13 | 36 | 6 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | 115 | 394 | 52 | 105 | 22 | 4 | 13 | 52 | 11 | 39 | 82 | 0.266 | 834.2 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | 125 | 337 | 40 | 83 | 18 | 2 | 5 | 29 | 16 | 37 | 48 | 0.246 | -310.3 |
| 1991 | SEA | AL | 139 | 381 | 39 | 99 | 17 | 3 | 2 | 26 | 23 | 27 | 51 | 0.260 | -723.2 |
| 1992 | SEA | AL | 86 | 200 | 18 | 55 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 9 | 4 | 31 | 0.275 | -129.0 |
| 1993 | MIA | NL | 120 | 170 | 17 | 33 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 6 | 12 | 42 | 0.194 | -943.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | SEA | OF | 11 | 10 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | SEA | 2B | 10 | 8 | 18 | 33 | 1 | 6 |
| 1989 | SEA | OF | 105 | 88 | 179 | 5 | 8 | 1 |
| 1990 | SEA | OF | 107 | 89 | 177 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1991 | SEA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | SEA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | SEA | OF | 125 | 91 | 187 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| 1992 | SEA | 2B | 4 | 4 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 3 |
| 1992 | SEA | 3B | 4 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | SEA | OF | 42 | 29 | 58 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1993 | FLO | OF | 67 | 25 | 71 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
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 |