Brian Milner
Born: 11/17/1959 in Fort Worth, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-06-23 | Final Game: 1978-06-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Brian Tate Milner
Biography
Brian Milner was a professional baseball player born in 1959, who had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball that spanned from June 23 to June 26, 1978. As a position player, he made his mark in the league during a time of transition, as the late 1970s saw the game evolving with the introduction of more power hitters and advanced strategies. Milner played in just 2 games, yet he showcased a remarkable batting average of .444, collecting a total of 4 hits and driving in 2 runs, despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases.
Milner's performance, although limited in scope, highlighted his potential as a capable hitter, offering a glimpse of what might have been had he been able to sustain a longer career in the majors. His brief tenure in baseball is often cited as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of professional sports, where a player can shine brightly for a fleeting moment before fading from the limelight. While his time in MLB was short, Milner's achievements reflect the enduring passion and talent that many players bring to the game, leaving a lasting impression on those who remember his contributions, however brief they were.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.444 | 0.444 | 0.667 | 1.111 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 2 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.444 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | TOR | C | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 2 |