Bobby Brown
Born: 5/25/1954 in Norfolk, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1979-04-05 | Final Game: 1985-10-05
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Rogers Lee Brown
Biography
Bobby Brown was a dynamic position player who enjoyed a professional baseball career spanning from 1979 to 1985. Born in 1954, Brown played a total of 502 games, during which he established himself as a versatile contributor on the field. He recorded 313 hits and demonstrated power with 26 home runs while driving in 130 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .245. Notably, Brown was also a significant threat on the base paths, amassing 110 stolen bases, showcasing his speed and agility, which were hallmarks of his playing style.
Competing during an era that emphasized both speed and strategic play, Brown's abilities allowed him to make a notable impact on the teams he played for. His contributions extended beyond traditional hitting, as he was a well-rounded player who could both score and drive in runs effectively. While his career may not have reached the heights of some contemporaries, Brown's combination of speed and power ensured he left a lasting impression on the game, making him a respected figure among peers and fans alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 502 | 1277 | 183 | 313 | 38 | 12 | 26 | 130 | 110 | 94 | 238 | 0.245 | 0.295 | 0.355 | 0.649 | -2026.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | NYY | AL | 30 | 68 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 0.250 | -220.8 |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 4 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.000 | -220.8 |
| 1980 | NYY | AL | 137 | 412 | 65 | 107 | 12 | 5 | 14 | 47 | 27 | 29 | 82 | 0.260 | -17.6 |
| 1981 | NYY | AL | 31 | 62 | 5 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 15 | 0.226 | -237.7 |
| 1982 | SEA | AL | 79 | 245 | 29 | 59 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 17 | 28 | 17 | 32 | 0.241 | -620.6 |
| 1983 | SDP | NL | 57 | 225 | 40 | 60 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 22 | 27 | 23 | 38 | 0.267 | 31.0 |
| 1984 | SDP | NL | 85 | 171 | 28 | 43 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 29 | 16 | 11 | 33 | 0.251 | -261.1 |
| 1985 | SDP | NL | 79 | 84 | 8 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 20 | 0.155 | -699.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 31 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 0.065 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | NLCS | SDN | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 1984 | WS | SDN | 5 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.067 |
| 1981 | ALCS | NYA | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 1981 | AEDIV | NYA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 1981 | WS | NYA | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1980 | ALCS | NYA | 3 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 394 | 293 | 792 | 19 | 27 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | NYA | OF | 27 | 16 | 56 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1979 | TOR | OF | 4 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | NYA | OF | 131 | 103 | 303 | 7 | 9 | 0 |
| 1981 | NYA | OF | 29 | 15 | 54 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1982 | SEA | OF | 68 | 61 | 148 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| 1983 | SDN | OF | 54 | 54 | 103 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1984 | SDN | OF | 53 | 35 | 100 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1985 | SDN | OF | 28 | 6 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 182 |
| Center Field | 152 |
| Right Field | 72 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Player of the Week | Week of 1980-05-30 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | SDN | NL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $150,000 | ||