Larry Milbourne
Born: 2/14/1951 in Port Norris, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1974-04-06 | Final Game: 1984-09-29
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 161 lbs
Full name: Lawrence William Milbourne
Biography
Larry Milbourne was a versatile position player whose Major League Baseball career spanned from 1974 to 1984. Born in 1951, Milbourne established himself as a reliable contributor on the field, playing in 989 games over a decade-long career. He was known for his solid defensive skills and ability to play multiple infield positions, which made him a valuable asset to his teams. Throughout his career, Milbourne compiled 623 hits, contributing to a batting average of .254. He hit 11 home runs and recorded 184 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs, while also demonstrating speed on the bases with 41 stolen bases.
Milbourne played during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the increasing importance of speed and defensive versatility. His playing style reflected the evolving roles of players in the league, as he adapted well to the demands of the game. Though not a superstar, he carved out a respectable career as a dependable player, earning the respect of teammates and fans alike. After retiring on September 29, 1984, Milbourne left behind a legacy as a diligent and hardworking player who contributed to the teams he played for during an era of significant change in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 989 | 2448 | 290 | 623 | 71 | 24 | 11 | 184 | 41 | 133 | 176 | 0.254 | 0.293 | 0.317 | 0.609 | -6249.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | HOU | NL | 112 | 136 | 31 | 38 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 0.279 | -177.9 |
| 1975 | HOU | NL | 73 | 151 | 17 | 32 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 6 | 14 | 0.212 | -752.2 |
| 1976 | HOU | NL | 59 | 145 | 22 | 36 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 0.248 | -255.6 |
| 1977 | SEA | AL | 86 | 242 | 24 | 53 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 20 | 0.219 | -1346.0 |
| 1978 | SEA | AL | 93 | 234 | 31 | 53 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 20 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 0.226 | -969.3 |
| 1979 | SEA | AL | 123 | 356 | 40 | 99 | 13 | 4 | 2 | 26 | 5 | 19 | 20 | 0.278 | -612.7 |
| 1980 | SEA | AL | 106 | 258 | 31 | 68 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 26 | 7 | 19 | 13 | 0.264 | -481.0 |
| 1981 | NYY | AL | 61 | 163 | 24 | 51 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 9 | 14 | 0.313 | 228.8 |
| 1982 | CLE | AL | 82 | 291 | 29 | 80 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 25 | 2 | 12 | 20 | 0.275 | -476.5 |
| 1982 | MIN | AL | 29 | 98 | 9 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 0.235 | -476.5 |
| 1982 | NYY | AL | 14 | 27 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.148 | -476.5 |
| 1983 | NYY | AL | 31 | 70 | 5 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 0.200 | -309.9 |
| 1983 | PHI | NL | 41 | 66 | 3 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0.242 | -309.9 |
| 1984 | SEA | AL | 79 | 211 | 22 | 56 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 0 | 12 | 16 | 0.265 | -474.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 52 | 10 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0.327 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | WS | NYA | 6 | 20 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0.250 |
| 1981 | ALCS | NYA | 3 | 13 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.462 |
| 1981 | AEDIV | NYA | 5 | 19 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.316 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 471 | 344 | 811 | 1136 | 53 | 258 |
| 3B | 112 | 83 | 68 | 150 | 13 | 14 |
| OF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 280 | 148 | 266 | 545 | 40 | 102 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | HOU | 2B | 87 | 29 | 92 | 131 | 6 | 23 |
| 1974 | HOU | SS | 8 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 1 |
| 1974 | HOU | OF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | HOU | 2B | 43 | 28 | 67 | 85 | 5 | 27 |
| 1975 | HOU | SS | 22 | 16 | 28 | 51 | 5 | 8 |
| 1976 | HOU | 2B | 32 | 32 | 67 | 100 | 6 | 19 |
| 1977 | SEA | 2B | 41 | 37 | 78 | 135 | 4 | 29 |
| 1977 | SEA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1977 | SEA | SS | 40 | 23 | 42 | 74 | 7 | 17 |
| 1978 | SEA | 2B | 15 | 13 | 38 | 53 | 4 | 12 |
| 1978 | SEA | 3B | 32 | 29 | 28 | 58 | 1 | 4 |
| 1978 | SEA | SS | 23 | 14 | 26 | 58 | 4 | 11 |
| 1979 | SEA | 2B | 49 | 44 | 90 | 141 | 8 | 37 |
| 1979 | SEA | 3B | 11 | 10 | 8 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| 1979 | SEA | SS | 65 | 23 | 46 | 109 | 3 | 20 |
| 1980 | SEA | 2B | 38 | 27 | 55 | 111 | 4 | 28 |
| 1980 | SEA | 3B | 6 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1980 | SEA | SS | 34 | 20 | 45 | 79 | 3 | 21 |
| 1981 | NYA | 2B | 14 | 12 | 35 | 29 | 2 | 10 |
| 1981 | NYA | 3B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | NYA | SS | 39 | 29 | 37 | 91 | 6 | 15 |
| 1982 | CLE | 2B | 63 | 60 | 128 | 178 | 6 | 34 |
| 1982 | CLE | 3B | 9 | 1 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| 1982 | CLE | SS | 21 | 11 | 17 | 34 | 7 | 6 |
| 1982 | MIN | 2B | 26 | 23 | 49 | 52 | 2 | 14 |
| 1982 | NYA | 2B | 3 | 2 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 4 |
| 1982 | NYA | 3B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | NYA | SS | 9 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | NYA | 2B | 19 | 14 | 40 | 44 | 0 | 9 |
| 1983 | NYA | 3B | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | NYA | SS | 6 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 3 |
| 1983 | PHI | 2B | 27 | 13 | 38 | 40 | 3 | 4 |
| 1983 | PHI | 3B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | PHI | SS | 8 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | SEA | 2B | 14 | 10 | 25 | 29 | 2 | 8 |
| 1984 | SEA | 3B | 40 | 37 | 22 | 50 | 8 | 6 |
| 1984 | SEA | SS | 5 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 468 |
| Third Base | 111 |
| Shortstop | 284 |
| Left Field | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 36 |