Drummond Brown
Born: 1/31/1885 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
Died: 1/27/1927 in Platte County, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1913-04-25 | Final Game: 1915-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Drummond Nicol Brown
Biography
Drummond Brown, born in 1885, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century, playing as a position player from 1913 to 1915. Over the course of his brief career, he participated in 123 games, where he compiled a batting average of .241. Brown recorded 77 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 33 runs while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 4 stolen bases. His playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, just prior to the onset of the live-ball era, a time when the game was beginning to evolve with a greater emphasis on offense.
Though he may not have achieved widespread fame, Brown's contributions to his teams during his tenure reflected the gritty spirit of players from that era. The early 1910s were characterized by a competitive spirit and a drive for innovation in playing styles, which Brown exemplified through his versatility as a position player. After retiring on October 3, 1915, he left behind a legacy as a diligent competitor whose efforts on the field contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 123 | 319 | 20 | 77 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 33 | 4 | 21 | 38 | 0.241 | 0.294 | 0.310 | 0.605 | -525.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | BSN | NL | 15 | 34 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.324 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | KCF | FL | 31 | 58 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 0.190 | -184.8 |
| 1915 | KCF | FL | 77 | 227 | 13 | 55 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 3 | 12 | 23 | 0.242 | -340.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 100 | 0 | 403 | 144 | 23 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1913 | BSN | C | 12 | 0 | 41 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| 1914 | KCF | C | 23 | 0 | 92 | 33 | 6 | 5 |
| 1914 | KCF | 1B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | KCF | C | 65 | 0 | 270 | 104 | 15 | 4 |
| 1915 | KCF | 1B | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 100 |
| First Base | 3 |