Brendan Harris
Born: 8/26/1980 in Queensbury, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 2004-07-06 | Final Game: 2013-07-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Brendan Michael Harris
Biography
Brendan Harris, born in 1980, was a versatile position player who enjoyed a professional baseball career from 2004 to 2013. Over his nine seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB), Harris played in 529 games, primarily contributing as an infielder. Known for his solid defensive skills and adaptability on the field, he made a name for himself with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Minnesota Twins, Chicago Cubs, and the Washington Nationals.
Throughout his career, Harris amassed a total of 434 hits and 33 home runs, while driving in 167 runs and maintaining a batting average of .256. His ability to contribute both offensively and defensively made him a valuable asset to his teams during the mid-2000s, a period characterized by a shift towards more strategic and data-driven approaches in baseball. With five stolen bases to his name, Harris showcased a blend of speed and power, making him a multifaceted player who left his mark on the game during a time when the sport was evolving into a more dynamic phase.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 529 | 1694 | 208 | 434 | 99 | 7 | 33 | 167 | 5 | 132 | 343 | 0.256 | 0.314 | 0.381 | 0.695 | -2395.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | CHC | NL | 3 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | WSN | NL | 20 | 50 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | WAS | NL | 4 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | CIN | NL | 8 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | WAS | NL | 17 | 32 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | TBR | AL | 137 | 521 | 72 | 149 | 35 | 3 | 12 | 59 | 4 | 42 | 96 | 0.286 | 266.9 |
| 2008 | MIN | AL | 130 | 434 | 57 | 115 | 29 | 3 | 7 | 49 | 1 | 39 | 98 | 0.265 | -380.2 |
| 2009 | MIN | AL | 123 | 414 | 44 | 108 | 22 | 1 | 6 | 37 | 0 | 29 | 78 | 0.261 | -926.3 |
| 2010 | MIN | AL | 43 | 108 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 9 | 23 | 0.157 | -720.7 |
| 2013 | LAA | AL | 44 | 107 | 14 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 29 | 0.206 | -296.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ALDS1 | MIN | 3 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 14 | 6 | 46 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 2B | 124 | 108 | 178 | 261 | 7 | 60 |
| 3B | 127 | 98 | 62 | 173 | 12 | 9 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 235 | 216 | 295 | 598 | 26 | 136 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | CHN | 3B | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | MON | 2B | 11 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 1 | 3 |
| 2004 | MON | 3B | 4 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | WAS | 2B | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | WAS | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | CIN | 2B | 3 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2006 | WAS | 2B | 4 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | WAS | 3B | 3 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | WAS | SS | 5 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 | TBA | 2B | 47 | 45 | 75 | 96 | 1 | 26 |
| 2007 | TBA | 3B | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | TBA | SS | 87 | 86 | 111 | 221 | 11 | 54 |
| 2008 | MIN | 1B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | MIN | 2B | 39 | 37 | 56 | 101 | 5 | 24 |
| 2008 | MIN | 3B | 34 | 28 | 18 | 48 | 2 | 4 |
| 2008 | MIN | SS | 55 | 51 | 84 | 159 | 6 | 42 |
| 2009 | MIN | 1B | 3 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | MIN | 2B | 11 | 10 | 19 | 24 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | MIN | 3B | 44 | 34 | 20 | 57 | 6 | 1 |
| 2009 | MIN | SS | 56 | 50 | 64 | 150 | 6 | 25 |
| 2010 | MIN | 1B | 3 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 | MIN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | MIN | 3B | 27 | 21 | 11 | 40 | 0 | 3 |
| 2010 | MIN | SS | 11 | 9 | 9 | 21 | 0 | 5 |
| 2013 | LAA | 1B | 6 | 4 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | LAA | 2B | 6 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | LAA | 3B | 7 | 4 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 | LAA | SS | 21 | 17 | 22 | 40 | 2 | 9 |
| 2013 | LAA | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 14 |
| Second Base | 124 |
| Third Base | 127 |
| Shortstop | 235 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 14 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | MIN | AL | $1,450,000 |
| 2009 | MIN | AL | $466,100 |
| 2008 | MIN | AL | $431,100 |
| 2007 | TBA | AL | $386,100 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,733,300 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of William and Mary | Williamsburg | VA | 1999, 2000, 2001 |