Socrates Brito

Born: 9/6/1992 in Azua, Azua, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2015-09-08 | Final Game: 2019-05-08

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Socrates Orel Brito

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Biography

Socrates Brito was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2015 to 2019. Born in 1992, Brito played primarily as a position player during his career, which spanned parts of four seasons. He appeared in a total of 99 games, where he recorded 37 hits and hit five home runs. Despite his struggles at the plate, finishing with a batting average of .179, Brito showcased his speed on the bases with three stolen bases and contributed 18 RBIs to his teams. Brito's career took place during a dynamic era in baseball characterized by a blend of power hitting and speed, but he faced challenges in establishing himself as a consistent offensive threat. He played in an age where analytics and advanced metrics began to dominate player evaluation, making it essential for players to adapt quickly to the evolving game. While he may not have achieved lasting fame, Brito's journey through the majors reflects the experiences of many players navigating the competitive landscape of professional baseball. He retired from the sport on May 8, 2019, leaving behind a legacy that highlights the challenges and triumphs of a career in the big leagues.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
99	207	23	37	6	3	5	18	3	10	56	0.179	0.216	0.309	0.525	-447.8

Career AVG .179 vs. league average .252 across their career seasons — 29.2% below league average.

Career OBP .216 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — 32.6% below league average.

Career SLG .309 vs. league average .417 across their career seasons — 25.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.525 vs. league average 0.736 across their career seasons — 28.7% 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
2015	AZ	NL	18	33	5	10	3	1	0	1	1	1	7	0.303	—	—	—	—	0.0
2016	AZ	NL	40	95	10	17	3	1	4	12	2	2	23	0.179	.255 (-30%)	.321 (-39%)	.417 (-14%)	.738 (-25%)	-447.8
2018	AZ	NL	24	40	3	7	0	0	1	3	0	3	9	0.175	—	—	—	—	0.0
2019	TOR	AL	17	39	5	3	0	1	0	2	0	4	17	0.077	—	—	—	—	0.0