Brian Greer

Born: 5/14/1959 in Lynwood, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1977-09-13 | Final Game: 1979-09-20

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Brian Keith Greer

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Biography

Brian Greer, born in 1959, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned the years from 1977 to 1979. Primarily recognized as a position player, Greer made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball, participating in a total of 5 games. His time on the field was characterized by a notable struggle at the plate, as he finished his career without a hit, home run, or run batted in, resulting in a batting average of 0.0. Despite these challenges, Greer's journey to the major leagues highlights the intense competition and the rigorous demands faced by players during the late 1970s, a period marked by the transition from the more traditional styles of play to the increasing influence of power hitting and specialized roles. Although Greer's major league tenure was short-lived, it serves as a reminder of the myriad of players who strive for success in the sport, often facing steep odds. His experience underscores the importance of perseverance and the unpredictable nature of a baseball career, where even the most talented athletes can find themselves limited by circumstances beyond their control. After retiring from professional play, Greer remains a part of baseball history, representing the countless individuals who contribute to the fabric of the game, even if their time in the spotlight was fleeting.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
5	4	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .329 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .399 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.729 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1977	SDP	NL	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1979	SDP	NL	4	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	4	1	4	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1979	SDN	OF	4	1	4	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Center Field	4