Earl Browne, baseball player, 1935-1938

Earl Browne

Born: 3/5/1911 in Louisville, KY, USA

Died: 1/12/1993 in Whittier, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1935-09-12 | Final Game: 1938-05-22

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Earl James Browne

Biography

Earl Browne was a professional baseball player born in 1911, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the late 1930s. Playing primarily as a position player, Browne's career spanned from 1935 until 1938, during a period characterized by a transition in the game as teams began to focus more on power hitting and strategic play. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 143 games, showcasing his skills as a reliable hitter with a batting average of .284. His offensive contributions included 131 hits, 6 home runs, and 69 RBIs, reflecting his ability to produce runs for his team. Browne also demonstrated speed on the basepaths, recording 4 stolen bases throughout his tenure in the league. His playing style combined solid hitting with a keen understanding of the game, allowing him to be a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Though his career was relatively brief, Browne's impact during the late 1930s contributed to the evolving strategies of professional baseball as the sport continued to grow in popularity and complexity.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
143 461 59 131 26 5 6 69 4 29 64 0.284 0.332 0.401 0.733 -67.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 49 0 423 38 7 46
OF 60 0 105 8 2 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 49
Left Field 13
Center Field 5
Right Field 44