Brett Wallace
Born: 8/26/1986 in Greenbrae, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2010-07-31 | Final Game: 2016-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 250 lbs
Full name: Brett Alexander Wallace
Biography
Brett Wallace was a professional baseball player born in 1986, whose career spanned from 2010 to 2016. Primarily serving as a position player, Wallace played in a total of 494 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He was known for his power at the plate, hitting 40 home runs and driving in 138 runs, which showcased his ability to contribute offensively. His career batting average stood at .238, reflecting the challenges he faced in sustaining consistency at the major league level.
Wallace's playing style was characterized by a strong left-handed swing, which allowed him to generate significant power, particularly in the power-hitting environment of the 2010s. He played for several teams during his career, including the Houston Astros and the Toronto Blue Jays, and he left his mark as a versatile player capable of handling various infield positions. While his career may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Wallace's contributions to his teams and his journey through the league remain notable in the context of the era he played in. He retired from professional baseball on September 28, 2016, concluding a six-season run in the majors.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 494 | 1284 | 143 | 305 | 68 | 3 | 40 | 138 | 2 | 119 | 432 | 0.238 | 0.316 | 0.389 | 0.705 | -462.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | HOU | NL | 51 | 144 | 14 | 32 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 8 | 50 | 0.222 | -367.1 |
| 2011 | HOU | NL | 115 | 336 | 37 | 87 | 22 | 0 | 5 | 29 | 1 | 36 | 91 | 0.259 | -71.6 |
| 2012 | HOU | NL | 66 | 229 | 24 | 58 | 10 | 1 | 9 | 24 | 0 | 18 | 73 | 0.253 | 142.6 |
| 2013 | HOU | AL | 79 | 262 | 35 | 58 | 14 | 1 | 13 | 36 | 1 | 18 | 104 | 0.221 | -38.6 |
| 2015 | SDP | NL | 64 | 96 | 14 | 29 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 10 | 31 | 0.302 | 426.1 |
| 2016 | SDP | NL | 119 | 217 | 19 | 41 | 10 | 0 | 6 | 20 | 0 | 29 | 83 | 0.189 | -553.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 300 | 263 | 2107 | 199 | 21 | 201 |
| 3B | 64 | 47 | 24 | 60 | 8 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | HOU | 1B | 48 | 41 | 327 | 32 | 3 | 31 |
| 2011 | HOU | 1B | 96 | 89 | 659 | 77 | 6 | 57 |
| 2012 | HOU | 1B | 58 | 54 | 455 | 39 | 7 | 41 |
| 2012 | HOU | 3B | 8 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 3 |
| 2013 | HOU | 1B | 61 | 57 | 452 | 40 | 4 | 53 |
| 2013 | HOU | 3B | 9 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 3 |
| 2015 | SDN | 1B | 17 | 9 | 87 | 4 | 0 | 8 |
| 2015 | SDN | 3B | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | SDN | 1B | 20 | 13 | 127 | 7 | 1 | 11 |
| 2016 | SDN | 3B | 42 | 33 | 18 | 36 | 5 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 300 |
| Third Base | 64 |
| Designated Hitter | 13 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | SDN | NL | $1,000,000 |
| 2013 | HOU | AL | $495,000 |
| 2011 | HOU | NL | $418,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,913,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 2006, 2007, 2008 |