Brent Morel

Born: 4/21/1987 in Bakersfield, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2010-09-07 | Final Game: 2015-07-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 230 lbs

Full name: Brenton Andre Morel

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Biography

Brent Morel was a professional baseball player born in 1987, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2010 until his retirement in 2015. Known for his defensive prowess at third base, Morel made his mark during a period characterized by a blend of emerging talent and the evolving strategies of the game. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 220 games, accumulating 150 hits, 13 home runs, and 59 RBIs, while posting a batting average of .227. Morel also showcased his speed on the basepaths, stealing 12 bases during his tenure in the league. Morel's career began with the Chicago White Sox, where he debuted in 2010 and quickly became known for his solid glove work and versatility. He played a significant role in the team’s infield, contributing to both their defensive stability and offensive efforts. Despite facing challenges at the plate, Morel's dedication to his craft and his ability to adapt to the demands of professional baseball underscored his importance to the teams he played for. His career concluded on July 24, 2015, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and determination in the competitive landscape of MLB.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
220	662	72	150	26	1	13	59	12	40	132	0.227	0.273	0.328	0.601	-1663.4

Career AVG .227 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — 10.9% below league average.

Career OBP .273 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 14.4% below league average.

Career SLG .328 vs. league average .399 across their career seasons — 17.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.601 vs. league average 0.718 across their career seasons — 16.3% 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
2010	CHW	AL	21	65	9	15	3	0	3	7	2	4	17	0.231	.257 (-10%)	.325 (-17%)	.402 (+3%)	.728 (-6%)	-86.6
2011	CHW	AL	126	413	44	101	18	1	10	41	5	22	57	0.245	.255 (-4%)	.320 (-10%)	.399 (-8%)	.719 (-9%)	-789.1
2012	CHW	AL	35	113	14	20	2	0	0	5	4	7	39	0.177	.254 (-30%)	.318 (-29%)	.405 (-52%)	.724 (-42%)	-787.8
2013	CHW	AL	12	25	3	5	0	0	0	1	1	5	7	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0
2014	PIT	NL	23	39	1	7	2	0	0	4	0	2	9	0.179	—	—	—	—	0.0
2015	PIT	NL	3	7	1	2	1	0	0	1	0	0	3	0.286	—	—	—	—	0.0