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Brad Kocher

Brad Kocher Notable

b. January 16, 1888 · Detroit Tigers 1912, New York Giants 1915–1916

Brad Kocher divided five seasons between two clubs as a catcher: the Detroit Tigers from 1912, then the New York Giants through 1916.

Across 67 games he batted .180, with 25 hits and 9 runs. He finished with 5 doubles.

He played 57 games behind the plate, with 155 putouts and 12 errors. He turned 4 double plays.

He was born in White Haven, PA, USA on January 16, 1888, and died on January 13, 1965. He batted right-handed and threw right-handed.

Batting, season by season

YearTeam GABR H2B3B HRRBIBB SOSBAVG
1912 DET 2963513 310 9290 .206
1915 NYG 41135 010 2010 .455
1916 NYG 346517 200 12100 .108
Career 67139925 520 124200 .180

On this day & linked events

1888

Born January 16, 1888

White Haven, PA, USA

1965

Died January 13, 1965

Image: Bain News Service, public domain