Brian Raabe
Born: 11/5/1967 in New Ulm, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-09-17 | Final Game: 1997-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Brian Charles Raabe
Biography
Brian Raabe, born in 1967, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 1997. He primarily played as a position player and appeared in a total of 17 games across his two seasons. During his time in the league, Raabe recorded 6 hits, 2 runs batted in (RBIs), and maintained a batting average of .207. While he did not hit any home runs or steal any bases, his contributions to the teams he played for were characterized by his versatility and dedication on the field.
Raabe played at a time when the game was witnessing significant transformations, including the rise of offensive power and the increasing emphasis on home run hitting. Despite his limited playing time and statistics, he became known for his work ethic and resilience in a highly competitive environment. After his playing career, Raabe's journey in baseball continued off the field, contributing to the sport in various capacities. His story remains a testament to the myriad paths players take in the world of baseball, regardless of the number of games played at the highest level.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 29 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.207 | 0.250 | 0.207 | 0.457 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 6 | 14 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | 7 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | COL | NL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | SEA | AL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 7 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 3 |
| 3B | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MIN | 2B | 4 | 2 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 3 |
| 1995 | MIN | 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | MIN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | MIN | 3B | 6 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 | COL | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | SEA | 2B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | SEA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 7 |
| Third Base | 10 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | SEA | AL | $160,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $160,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota | Minneapolis | MN | 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 |