Brad Mills
Born: 1/19/1957 in Exeter, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-06-08 | Final Game: 1983-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: James Bradley Mills
Biography
Brad Mills was a professional baseball player born in 1957, who played in Major League Baseball from 1980 to 1983. Primarily known as a position player, Mills appeared in a total of 106 games throughout his career. He recorded 43 hits and achieved a batting average of .256, showcasing his ability to make contact and contribute offensively during his time on the field. Although his power numbers were modest, highlighted by just one home run and 12 RBIs, he remained a valuable team player, contributing to the dynamics of the teams he played for.
Mills' career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by an evolving approach to hitting and an increasing emphasis on speed and defense. While he did not register any stolen bases, his role on the roster often extended beyond personal statistics, as he brought versatility and a solid work ethic to the game. Though not a household name, Mills' perseverance through the challenges of professional baseball left a lasting impact, reflecting the experience of many players in the early 1980s who contributed to the fabric of the sport during that era. He concluded his major league career on October 2, 1983, leaving behind a legacy marked by grit and dedication.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106 | 168 | 11 | 43 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 14 | 21 | 0.256 | 0.311 | 0.304 | 0.615 | -248.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | WSN | NL | 21 | 60 | 1 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0.300 | -52.3 |
| 1981 | WSN | NL | 17 | 21 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.238 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | WSN | NL | 54 | 67 | 6 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.224 | -196.0 |
| 1983 | WSN | NL | 14 | 20 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | NEDIV | MON | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 41 | 26 | 29 | 42 | 3 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | MON | 3B | 18 | 14 | 19 | 24 | 1 | 3 |
| 1981 | MON | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | MON | 3B | 7 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | MON | 3B | 13 | 7 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| 1983 | MON | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | MON | 3B | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 41 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona | Tucson | AZ | 1978, 1979 |
| College of the Sequoias | Visalia | CA | 1976, 1977 |