Derek Bryant, baseball player, 1979-1979

Derek Bryant

Born: 10/9/1951 in Lexington, KY, USA

MLB Debut: 1979-04-24 | Final Game: 1979-09-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Derek Roszell Bryant

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Biography

Derek Bryant, born in 1951, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1979 until September 19, 1979. Primarily serving as a position player, he participated in 39 games during his brief career. Bryant's performance at the plate included 19 hits, resulting in a batting average of .179. Although he did not record any home runs, he contributed with 13 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to drive in teammates during critical moments on the field. Bryant played during a transitional period in baseball history, navigating the late 1970s, an era characterized by the emergence of power-hitting players and a shift in the dynamics of the game. Despite his limited time on the diamond, his tenure in the major leagues remains a testament to the dedication required to reach the highest level of the sport. With no stolen bases to his name, Bryant focused on his offensive contributions, aiming to make an impact in the lineup. His brief but notable stint encapsulated the challenges faced by many players striving for success in the competitive landscape of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
39 106 8 19 2 1 0 13 0 10 10 0.179 0.246 0.217 0.463 -672.5

Career AVG .179 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — 32.5% below league average.

Career OBP .246 vs. league average .330 across their career seasons — 25.5% below league average.

Career SLG .217 vs. league average .397 across their career seasons — 45.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.463 vs. league average 0.727 across their career seasons — 36.4% 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
1979 OAK AL 39 106 8 19 2 1 0 13 0 10 10 0.179 .265 (-32%) .329 (-25%) .397 (-45%) .727 (-36%) -672.5

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 33 27 55 2 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1979 OAK OF 33 27 55 2 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 25
Right Field 10
Designated Hitter 2

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Kentucky Lexington KY 1971, 1972, 1973