Bruce Christensen
Born: 2/22/1948 in Madison, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1971-07-17 | Final Game: 1971-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Bruce Ray Christensen
Biography
Bruce Christensen, born in 1948, was a professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues for a brief period during the early 1970s. His career spanned from July 17, 1971, to September 30, 1971, during which he appeared in 29 games as a position player. Christensen showcased his skills primarily as a hitter, finishing his short-lived career with a batting average of .27. He recorded 17 hits and drove in 3 runs, although he did not hit any home runs or steal any bases throughout his time in the league.
Christensen's tenure in Major League Baseball occurred during a transitional period in the sport, as the game was beginning to see more emphasis on power hitting and speed on the bases. While his career numbers may not reflect the prolific achievements of some of his contemporaries, Christensen's time in the majors is a testament to the competitive nature of baseball at the time, as he was among the select few to reach the highest level of the sport. His contributions, albeit modest, have cemented his place in baseball history as part of the rich tapestry of the game's development during the era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 63 | 4 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 0.270 | 0.333 | 0.286 | 0.619 | -69.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | LAA | AL | 29 | 63 | 4 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 0.270 | -69.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS | 24 | 15 | 25 | 55 | 1 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | CAL | SS | 24 | 15 | 25 | 55 | 1 | 13 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 24 |