Larry Burright

Born: 7/10/1937 in Roseville, IL, USA

Died: 10/14/2025 in Glendora, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1962-04-12 | Final Game: 1964-04-18

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Larry Allen Burright

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Biography

Larry Burright, born in 1937, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1962 to 1964. Over the course of his career, Burright appeared in 159 games, where he recorded 73 hits, including 4 home runs, and drove in 33 runs, finishing with a batting average of .205. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributed to his teams not only with his bat but also with his base-running skills, finishing his career with 5 stolen bases. Burright's playing era coincided with a transitional period in baseball, marked by the emergence of more dynamic offensive players. While his statistics may not reflect standout performance, his contributions were valuable in the context of his teams, and his resilience in a competitive landscape showcased his dedication to the sport. After his playing days, Burright's legacy continued as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the spirit of perseverance that characterizes the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
159	356	44	73	8	6	4	33	5	29	92	0.205	0.267	0.295	0.562	-1278.4

Career AVG .205 vs. league average .251 across their career seasons — 18.5% below league average.

Career OBP .267 vs. league average .316 across their career seasons — 15.6% below league average.

Career SLG .295 vs. league average .381 across their career seasons — 22.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.562 vs. league average 0.697 across their career seasons — 19.4% 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
1962	LAD	NL	115	249	35	51	6	5	4	30	4	21	67	0.205	.257 (-21%)	.326 (-19%)	.393 (-19%)	.719 (-19%)	-998.2
1963	NYN	NL	41	100	9	22	2	1	0	3	1	8	25	0.220	.246 (-11%)	.308 (-6%)	.371 (-30%)	.680 (-19%)	-280.2
1964	NYN	NL	3	7	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0