Al Brancato

Born: 5/29/1919 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Died: 6/14/2012 in Media, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1939-09-07 | Final Game: 1945-09-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 188 lbs

Full name: Albert Brancato

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Biography

Al Brancato, born in 1919, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1939 to 1945. Primarily recognized as a position player, Brancato played a total of 282 games throughout his career, during which he compiled 199 hits, including four home runs. He drove in 80 runs and boasted a batting average of .214. Known for his versatility, Brancato contributed both offensively and defensively, showcasing his skills during a time when the league was navigating the challenges of World War II and the subsequent impact on player rosters. Brancato's career unfolded during the era of the late 1930s and early 1940s, a period characterized by a unique blend of emerging talent and the constraints imposed by the war. Despite the challenges of competition and limited resources, he carved out a niche for himself, exemplifying the resilience and determination of players of his time. With five stolen bases to his credit, he also demonstrated a willingness to take risks on the base paths, adding another dimension to his playing style. While not a household name, Al Brancato's contributions to the game remain a testament to the dedication of baseball players during one of the sport's pivotal eras.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
282	930	117	199	37	11	4	80	5	96	92	0.214	0.290	0.290	0.580	-2970.5

Career AVG .214 vs. league average .266 across their career seasons — 19.6% below league average.

Career OBP .290 vs. league average .335 across their career seasons — 13.5% below league average.

Career SLG .290 vs. league average .377 across their career seasons — 23.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.580 vs. league average 0.712 across their career seasons — 18.5% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1939	PHA	AL	21	68	12	14	5	0	1	8	1	8	4	0.206	.274 (-25%)	.342 (-13%)	.393 (-18%)	.735 (-15%)	-174.4
1940	PHA	AL	107	298	42	57	11	2	1	23	3	28	36	0.191	.267 (-28%)	.335 (-21%)	.387 (-35%)	.722 (-29%)	-1630.0
1941	PHA	AL	144	530	60	124	20	9	2	49	1	59	49	0.234	.262 (-11%)	.332 (-7%)	.373 (-15%)	.705 (-11%)	-1166.0
1945	PHA	AL	10	34	3	4	1	0	0	0	0	1	3	0.118	—	—	—	—	0.0