Lewis Brinson
Born: 5/8/1994 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2017-06-11 | Final Game: 2022-09-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 212 lbs
Full name: Lewis Lamont Brinson
Biography
Lewis Brinson, born in 1994, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2017 until his retirement in 2022. Known primarily for his role as a position player, Brinson showcased his talent across four seasons in the majors, appearing in 357 games. He amassed 212 hits, including 28 home runs, and drove in 109 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .198. Additionally, Brinson demonstrated his speed on the bases, contributing 10 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Brinson's career unfolded during a period marked by an increasing emphasis on power-hitting and analytics in the game, as teams sought to capitalize on players with both speed and strength. While he faced challenges at the plate, his athleticism and potential kept him in the conversation as a player with promise. Over the years, he played for several teams, where he was often noted for his defensive capabilities and explosive batting potential. Despite the ups and downs of his career, Brinson's journey reflects the complexities of player development in the modern era of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 357 | 1071 | 91 | 212 | 41 | 7 | 28 | 109 | 10 | 58 | 327 | 0.198 | 0.246 | 0.328 | 0.574 | -4529.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | MIL | NL | 21 | 47 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 0.106 | -256.7 |
| 2018 | MIA | NL | 109 | 382 | 31 | 76 | 10 | 5 | 11 | 42 | 2 | 17 | 120 | 0.199 | -1622.8 |
| 2019 | MIA | NL | 75 | 226 | 15 | 39 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 74 | 0.173 | -1677.2 |
| 2020 | MIA | NL | 47 | 106 | 14 | 24 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 30 | 0.226 | -281.8 |
| 2021 | MIA | NL | 89 | 274 | 24 | 62 | 14 | 0 | 9 | 33 | 1 | 13 | 72 | 0.226 | -690.7 |
| 2022 | SFG | NL | 16 | 36 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | NLDS2 | MIA | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2020 | NLWC3 | MIA | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 333 | 282 | 670 | 13 | 18 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | MIL | OF | 16 | 12 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | MIA | OF | 106 | 100 | 270 | 2 | 9 | 0 |
| 2019 | MIA | OF | 70 | 64 | 157 | 5 | 5 | 2 |
| 2020 | MIA | OF | 46 | 28 | 63 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | MIA | OF | 79 | 69 | 139 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 | SFN | OF | 16 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 81 |
| Center Field | 229 |
| Right Field | 46 |