Jophery Brown
Born: 1/22/1945 in Grambling, LA, USA
Died: 1/11/2014 in Inglewood, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1968-09-21 | Final Game: 1968-09-21
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Jophery Clifford Brown
Biography
Jophery Brown, born in 1945, had a brief but memorable stint in Major League Baseball during the 1968 season. Playing primarily as a position player, Brown's career was marked by a single game appearance on September 21, 1968. Though he did not record any hits, home runs, or RBIs, his presence in the major leagues highlights the challenges and aspirations faced by many players during this era, which was characterized by a competitive landscape and a burgeoning interest in integrating diverse talent into the sport.
Despite finishing his career with a batting average of 0.0 and no stolen bases to his name, Brown's journey to the big leagues serves as a reminder of the stories behind the statistics. The late 1960s were a transitional time in baseball; as the sport began to embrace integration and the expansion of talent pools, players like Brown contributed to the rich tapestry of the game. His brief appearance in the major leagues reflects the dreams and determination of countless athletes who sought to make their mark in America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | CHC | NL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | CHC | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4.50 | - |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | CHN | P | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grambling State University | Grambling | LA | 1964, 1965, 1966 |