Brandon Hicks, baseball player, 2010-2014

Brandon Hicks

Born: 9/14/1985 in Houston, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 2010-05-05 | Final Game: 2014-07-10

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Brandon Ryan Hicks

Biography

Brandon Hicks was a professional baseball player born in 1985, who played in Major League Baseball from 2010 to 2014. Primarily a position player, Hicks had a brief but notable career, appearing in 126 games over his tenure. He was recognized for his power potential, hitting 11 home runs and driving in 30 runs, although he finished with a batting average of .153. His ability to contribute in critical moments was evident, even if his overall offensive numbers did not reflect the typical standards of success in the sport. Hicks played during a time when the game was becoming increasingly focused on power hitting and on-base percentage, following the trends set by the steroid era of the late 1990s and early 2000s. Despite the challenges he faced at the plate, including a limited number of hits totaling just 45, Hicks' journey through the major leagues exemplified the grit and determination required to compete at the highest level. His lone stolen base in his career reflected a more traditional approach to base running, emphasizing his versatility as a player. After his retirement on July 10, 2014, Hicks left behind a career that serves as a reminder of the ups and downs faced by many athletes striving to make their mark in professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
126 294 43 45 11 1 11 30 1 40 119 0.153 0.258 0.310 0.568 -621.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 1 4 1 0 1
2B 63 60 108 183 5 47
3B 9 1 0 5 1 0
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 24 19 27 44 4 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 2
Second Base 63
Third Base 9
Shortstop 24
Left Field 1

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2011 ATL NL $414,000
Total Career Earnings $414,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Texas A&M University College Station TX 2007