Mike O'Berry

Born: 4/20/1954 in Birmingham, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1979-04-08 | Final Game: 1985-10-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Preston Michael O'Berry

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Biography

Mike O'Berry, born in 1954, was a professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues from 1979 until 1985. Known for his versatility as a position player, O'Berry participated in a total of 197 games during his career. While his offensive statistics reflected the challenges of maintaining a high batting average in an era characterized by the shifting dynamics of baseball, he managed to accumulate 72 hits, including 3 home runs and 27 runs batted in, with a batting average of .191. O'Berry's single stolen base also showcased his ability to contribute in various facets of the game, emphasizing the importance of speed even in limited opportunities. O'Berry's playing career unfolded during a transformative time in baseball, as the game began to shift away from the deadball era towards a more power-centric style in the 1980s. Although he may not have been a household name, his journey through the various levels of professional baseball exemplified the dedication and perseverance required to compete at the highest level. After his playing days concluded on October 4, 1985, O'Berry left behind a legacy that serves as a testament to the countless players who contributed to the fabric of the game, often without the spotlight of stardom.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
197	376	38	72	10	1	3	27	1	43	77	0.191	0.274	0.247	0.522	-1433.9

Career AVG .191 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 26.6% below league average.

Career OBP .274 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 15.5% below league average.

Career SLG .247 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — 36.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.522 vs. league average 0.712 across their career seasons — 26.8% 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	BOS	AL	43	59	8	10	1	0	1	4	0	5	16	0.169	.265 (-36%)	.329 (-27%)	.397 (-40%)	.727 (-34%)	-349.8
1980	CHC	NL	19	48	7	10	1	0	0	5	0	5	13	0.208	—	—	—	—	-238.3
1981	CIN	NL	55	111	6	20	3	1	1	5	0	14	19	0.180	.255 (-30%)	.320 (-15%)	.368 (-32%)	.688 (-24%)	-424.0
1982	CIN	NL	21	45	5	10	2	0	0	3	0	10	13	0.222	—	—	—	—	-39.6
1983	LAA	AL	26	60	7	10	1	0	1	5	0	3	11	0.167	.260 (-36%)	.324 (-37%)	.389 (-40%)	.714 (-38%)	-382.2
1984	NYY	AL	13	32	3	8	2	0	0	5	0	2	2	0.250	—	—	—	—	0.0
1985	WSN	NL	20	21	2	4	0	0	0	0	1	4	3	0.190	—	—	—	—	0.0