Al Gallagher

Born: 10/19/1945 in San Francisco, CA, USA

Died: 12/6/2018 in Fresno, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1970-04-07 | Final Game: 1973-09-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Alan Mitchell Edward George Patrick Henry Gallagher

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Biography

Al Gallagher, born in 1945, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1970 to 1973. A versatile position player, Gallagher played a total of 442 games during his career, where he showcased his skills primarily as an infielder. He compiled a batting average of .263, amassing 333 hits, including 11 home runs, and driving in 130 runs. His ability to contribute on the basepaths was evident, as he recorded 7 stolen bases throughout his time in the league. Gallagher's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by a shift towards more aggressive offensive strategies and increased player mobility. Known for his solid defensive capabilities and consistent hitting, he played for teams such as the San Francisco Giants and the Atlanta Braves. Despite not achieving superstar status, Gallagher's contributions to his teams were significant, and he remains a respected figure among baseball historians for his role in the game during the early 1970s. His legacy is characterized by a strong work ethic and a commitment to the sport, making him a notable part of baseball's rich history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
442	1264	114	333	42	9	11	130	7	138	164	0.263	0.335	0.337	0.672	-295.4

Career AVG .263 vs. league average .251 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .335 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .337 vs. league average .371 across their career seasons — 9.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.672 vs. league average 0.691 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
1970	SFG	NL	109	282	31	75	15	2	4	28	2	30	37	0.266	.253 (+5%)	.325 (+3%)	.385 (-2%)	.711 (avg)	17.6
1971	SFG	NL	136	429	47	119	18	5	5	57	2	40	57	0.277	.249 (+11%)	.316 (+7%)	.365 (+3%)	.682 (+5%)	429.6
1972	SFG	NL	82	233	19	52	3	1	2	18	2	33	39	0.223	.243 (-8%)	.310 (+2%)	.353 (-24%)	.664 (-12%)	-361.8
1973	SFG	NL	5	9	1	2	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0.222	—	—	—	—	0.0
1973	LAA	AL	110	311	16	85	6	1	0	26	1	35	31	0.273	.256 (+6%)	.325 (+6%)	.378 (-21%)	.703 (-9%)	0.0