Adrian Garrett
Born: 1/3/1943 in Brooksville, FL, USA
Died: 4/22/2021 in Kyle, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1966-04-13 | Final Game: 1976-07-11
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Henry Adrian Garrett
Biography
Adrian Garrett, born in 1943, was a professional baseball player who made his mark primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1966 to 1976. Over the course of his career, he played in 163 games, showcasing his talents with a total of 51 hits, 11 home runs, and 37 RBIs. Despite finishing his career with a batting average of .185, Garrett's contributions to the teams he played for extended beyond mere statistics, as he was known for his versatility and determination on the field.
Garrett's playing style reflected the evolving nature of baseball during the late 1960s and early 1970s, a period marked by a blend of traditional skills and the emerging emphasis on power hitting. His ability to steal bases, totaling 4 throughout his career, highlighted his speed and agility, traits valued in the game. While he may not have been a household name, Garrett's journey through the major leagues during a transformative era of baseball underscores the diverse experiences of players who shaped the sport during that time. He retired on July 11, 1976, leaving a legacy as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 163 | 276 | 30 | 51 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 37 | 4 | 31 | 87 | 0.185 | 0.263 | 0.333 | 0.596 | -131.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | ATL | NL | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | CHC | NL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | OAK | AL | 14 | 21 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | OAK | AL | 14 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | CHC | NL | 36 | 54 | 7 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 0.222 | -89.8 |
| 1974 | CHC | NL | 10 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | LAA | AL | 37 | 107 | 17 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 18 | 3 | 14 | 28 | 0.262 | 296.7 |
| 1975 | CHC | NL | 16 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.095 | 296.7 |
| 1976 | LAA | AL | 29 | 48 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 0.125 | -338.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 16 | 13 | 107 | 12 | 0 | 15 |
| C | 25 | 7 | 64 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| OF | 18 | 11 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | ATL | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | OAK | OF | 5 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | OAK | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CHN | C | 6 | 4 | 26 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1973 | CHN | OF | 7 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | CHN | C | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | CHN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | CAL | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | CAL | 1B | 10 | 10 | 77 | 8 | 0 | 10 |
| 1975 | CAL | OF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1975 | CHN | 1B | 4 | 3 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 1976 | CAL | C | 15 | 3 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1976 | CAL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 24 |
| First Base | 16 |
| Left Field | 10 |
| Right Field | 8 |
| Designated Hitter | 27 |