Brandy Davis
Born: 9/10/1927 in Newark, DE, USA
Died: 6/12/2005 in Newark, DE, USA
MLB Debut: 1952-04-15 | Final Game: 1953-09-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Robert Brandon Davis
Biography
Brandy Davis was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during the early 1950s. Born in 1927, Davis made his mark in Major League Baseball from April 15, 1952, until September 26, 1953. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 67 games, where he recorded 25 hits and had a batting average of .187. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed with 3 RBIs and showcased his speed on the bases, stealing 9 bases during his time in the league.
Davis's career unfolded during a period marked by significant changes in baseball, including the integration of African American players and the transition away from the deadball era. Though he may not have had the most prolific statistics, his presence in the game exemplified the competitive spirit of players during a time when the sport was evolving rapidly. Davis's contributions, while modest in terms of numbers, reflected the dedication and hustle that characterized many players of his era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 | 134 | 19 | 25 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 31 | 0.187 | 0.248 | 0.224 | 0.472 | -505.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | PIT | NL | 55 | 95 | 14 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 28 | 0.179 | -505.2 |
| 1953 | PIT | NL | 12 | 39 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.205 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 38 | 0 | 74 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | PIT | OF | 29 | 0 | 53 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 1953 | PIT | OF | 9 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 18 |
| Center Field | 9 |
| Right Field | 12 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | Durham | NC | 1950 |