Mickey Brantley

Born: 6/17/1961 in Catskill, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1986-08-09 | Final Game: 1989-06-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Michael Charles Brantley

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Biography

Mickey Brantley, born in 1961, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1986 until 1989. Primarily recognized as a position player, Brantley played in a total of 302 games during his career. He compiled a batting average of .259, amassing 295 hits, including 32 home runs and 125 RBIs. His speed on the base paths was notable, as he recorded 34 stolen bases throughout his time in the league. Brantley played during an era characterized by a transition in baseball, as the late 1980s saw the game moving towards more power-hitting and athleticism. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions on the field reflected the evolving nature of the sport. Known for his hustle and competitive spirit, he left a lasting impression on his teammates and fans alike. After his retirement on June 1, 1989, Brantley's legacy continued to resonate within the baseball community, illustrating the diverse paths players took during this dynamic period in the game's history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
302	1138	154	295	56	8	32	125	34	67	136	0.259	0.300	0.407	0.706	-432.7

Career AVG .259 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .300 vs. league average .324 across their career seasons — 7.4% below league average.

Career SLG .407 vs. league average .391 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.706 vs. league average 0.715 across their career seasons — near 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
1986	SEA	AL	27	102	12	20	3	2	3	7	1	10	21	0.196	.257 (-24%)	.325 (-18%)	.395 (-11%)	.720 (-14%)	-255.2
1987	SEA	AL	92	351	52	106	23	2	14	54	13	24	44	0.302	.262 (+15%)	.331 (+4%)	.415 (+20%)	.746 (+13%)	765.9
1988	SEA	AL	149	577	76	152	25	4	15	56	18	26	64	0.263	.254 (+4%)	.317 (-7%)	.377 (+6%)	.695 (avg)	-206.6
1989	SEA	AL	34	108	14	17	5	0	0	8	2	7	7	0.157	.254 (-38%)	.319 (-35%)	.375 (-46%)	.694 (-41%)	-736.8