Oscar Brown, baseball player, 1969-1973

Oscar Brown

Born: 2/8/1946 in Long Beach, CA, USA

Died: 6/3/2020 in Carson, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1969-09-03 | Final Game: 1973-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Oscar Lee Brown

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Biography

Oscar Brown, born in 1946, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the major leagues during a career that spanned from 1969 to September 3, 1973. Primarily serving as a position player, Brown played in a total of 160 games, where he showcased his skills on the field. Over the course of his career, he recorded 77 hits, including 4 home runs and 28 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .244. While he did not steal any bases, his contributions to his teams were appreciated during an era characterized by a blend of emerging talent and established stars. Brown's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the integration of players and a shift in playing styles. Despite not being a household name, he played a valuable role as a reliable teammate and performer. His journey through the major leagues reflected the spirit of determination and adaptability that characterized many players of his era, making him a noteworthy figure in the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
160 316 34 77 14 2 4 28 0 17 55 0.244 0.284 0.339 0.622 -387.5

Career AVG .244 vs. league average .251 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .284 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — 11.3% below league average.

Career SLG .339 vs. league average .371 across their career seasons — 8.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.622 vs. league average 0.690 across their career seasons — 9.9% 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
1969 ATL NL 7 4 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.250 — — — — 0.0
1970 ATL NL 28 47 6 18 2 1 1 7 0 7 7 0.383 — — — — 339.9
1971 ATL NL 27 43 4 9 4 0 0 5 0 3 8 0.209 — — — — 0.0
1972 ATL NL 76 164 19 37 5 1 3 16 0 4 29 0.226 .243 (-7%) .310 (-21%) .353 (-9%) .664 (-15%) -456.5
1973 ATL NL 22 58 3 12 3 0 0 0 0 3 10 0.207 .256 (-19%) .325 (-24%) .378 (-32%) .703 (-28%) -270.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 115 59 160 9 11 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1969 ATL OF 3 0 2 0 0 0
1970 ATL OF 25 12 24 0 1 0
1971 ATL OF 15 7 20 1 0 0
1972 ATL OF 59 28 82 7 10 2
1973 ATL OF 13 12 32 1 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 46
Center Field 27
Right Field 43

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Compton Community College Compton CA 1965
University of Southern California Los Angeles CA 1966