Jack Brohamer
Born: 2/26/1950 in Maywood, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-04-18 | Final Game: 1980-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: John Anthony Brohamer
Biography
Jack Brohamer, born in 1950, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1972 to 1980. Primarily known as a position player, Brohamer appeared in 805 games throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. He recorded a total of 613 hits, which included 30 home runs and 227 runs batted in, resulting in a career batting average of .245. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases with 9 stolen bases.
Brohamer played during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the transition from the traditional style of play to a more power-oriented game. His contributions to the teams he played for reflected the evolving nature of baseball strategy in the 1970s. Although not a star player, Brohamer's versatility and consistent presence on the field made him a valuable asset to his teams, solidifying his role in the fabric of the game during his active years. He retired on September 28, 1980, leaving behind a legacy as a dependable player in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 805 | 2500 | 262 | 613 | 91 | 12 | 30 | 227 | 9 | 222 | 178 | 0.245 | 0.306 | 0.327 | 0.633 | -4121.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | CLE | AL | 136 | 527 | 49 | 123 | 13 | 2 | 5 | 35 | 3 | 27 | 46 | 0.233 | -1531.0 |
| 1973 | CLE | AL | 102 | 300 | 29 | 66 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 29 | 0 | 32 | 23 | 0.220 | -864.1 |
| 1974 | CLE | AL | 101 | 315 | 33 | 85 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 30 | 2 | 26 | 22 | 0.270 | -235.2 |
| 1975 | CLE | AL | 69 | 217 | 15 | 53 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 14 | 0.244 | -365.4 |
| 1976 | CHW | AL | 119 | 354 | 33 | 89 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 40 | 1 | 44 | 28 | 0.251 | 118.5 |
| 1977 | CHW | AL | 59 | 152 | 26 | 39 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 20 | 0 | 21 | 8 | 0.257 | 75.4 |
| 1978 | BOS | AL | 81 | 244 | 34 | 57 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 25 | 1 | 25 | 13 | 0.234 | -570.9 |
| 1979 | BOS | AL | 64 | 192 | 25 | 51 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 0.266 | -386.0 |
| 1980 | BOS | AL | 21 | 57 | 5 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.316 | 74.1 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 53 | 142 | 13 | 32 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 14 | 6 | 0.225 | 74.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 639 | 575 | 1344 | 1743 | 65 | 414 |
| 3B | 105 | 75 | 71 | 185 | 15 | 24 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | CLE | 2B | 132 | 130 | 285 | 393 | 16 | 87 |
| 1972 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CLE | 2B | 97 | 87 | 215 | 279 | 15 | 67 |
| 1974 | CLE | 2B | 99 | 88 | 203 | 269 | 6 | 67 |
| 1975 | CLE | 2B | 66 | 61 | 166 | 162 | 8 | 52 |
| 1976 | CHA | 2B | 117 | 107 | 263 | 334 | 10 | 74 |
| 1976 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1977 | CHA | 2B | 18 | 12 | 29 | 29 | 0 | 6 |
| 1977 | CHA | 3B | 38 | 29 | 25 | 71 | 8 | 9 |
| 1978 | BOS | 2B | 23 | 17 | 39 | 54 | 3 | 13 |
| 1978 | BOS | 3B | 30 | 26 | 25 | 49 | 2 | 5 |
| 1979 | BOS | 2B | 36 | 34 | 65 | 98 | 3 | 21 |
| 1979 | BOS | 3B | 22 | 12 | 9 | 42 | 2 | 6 |
| 1980 | BOS | 2B | 4 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | BOS | 3B | 13 | 8 | 10 | 17 | 3 | 3 |
| 1980 | CLE | 2B | 47 | 37 | 77 | 113 | 4 | 27 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 639 |
| Third Base | 105 |
| Designated Hitter | 30 |