Don Bryant
Born: 7/13/1941 in Jasper, FL, USA
Died: 1/22/2015 in Jacksonville, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1966-07-17 | Final Game: 1970-07-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Donald Ray Bryant
Biography
Don Bryant was a professional baseball player born in 1941, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1966 to 1970. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 59 games, showcasing his skills primarily in the infield. Bryant recorded 24 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 13 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .22. He also demonstrated speed on the base paths, accumulating 1 stolen base during his time in the league.
Bryant's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by increasing competition and the gradual evolution of the game. While not achieving the stardom of some of his contemporaries, his contributions during the late 1960s reflected the grit and determination typical of players in that period. Though his tenure in the majors was relatively brief, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the hardworking players who contributed to the sport in less spotlighted roles.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | 109 | 6 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 6 | 25 | 0.220 | 0.271 | 0.275 | 0.546 | -252.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | CHC | NL | 13 | 26 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | HOU | NL | 31 | 59 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 0.186 | -252.6 |
| 1970 | HOU | NL | 15 | 24 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.208 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 51 | 28 | 225 | 12 | 4 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | CHN | C | 10 | 6 | 42 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 1969 | HOU | C | 28 | 18 | 141 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 1970 | HOU | C | 13 | 4 | 42 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 51 |