Brian Turang
Born: 6/14/1967 in Long Beach, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-08-13 | Final Game: 1994-07-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Brian Craig Turang
Biography
Brian Turang, born in 1967, was a professional baseball player who graced the Major League Baseball (MLB) stage from 1993 to 1994. Primarily a position player, Turang played a total of 78 games during his time in the league. He showcased his skills primarily with his speed on the basepaths, recording 9 stolen bases, which reflected his agility and base-running acumen. Despite a batting average of .222, he contributed to his teams with 56 hits, including 1 home run and 15 runs batted in (RBIs).
Turang's career unfolded during a transitional era in baseball, characterized by a blend of traditional play and the early stirrings of a more power-focused game. While he may not have reached the heights of some contemporaries, Turang's contributions were marked by his tenacity and versatility on the field. His journey in the MLB, though brief, remains a testament to the dedication required to compete at the highest level of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | 252 | 31 | 56 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 24 | 45 | 0.222 | 0.297 | 0.313 | 0.611 | -790.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | SEA | AL | 40 | 140 | 22 | 35 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 17 | 20 | 0.250 | -138.2 |
| 1994 | SEA | AL | 38 | 112 | 9 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 7 | 25 | 0.188 | -652.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 6 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 68 | 57 | 115 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | SEA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | SEA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | SEA | OF | 38 | 36 | 71 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | SEA | 2B | 5 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| 1994 | SEA | OF | 30 | 21 | 44 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 6 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 46 |
| Center Field | 26 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 5 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | SEA | AL | $116,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $116,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola Marymount University | Los Angeles | CA | 1988, 1989 |