Brian Giles
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Note: This page links to All Star outfielder Brian Giles. For the infielder who played from 1981 to 1990, click here.
Brian Stephen Giles
- Bats Left, Throws Left
- Height 5' 10", Weight 195 lb.
- High School Granite Hills High School (El Cajon)
- Debut September 16, 1995
- Final Game June 18, 2009
- Born January 21, 1971 in El Cajon, CA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
For a period of time, Brian Giles was one of the best hitters in the major leagues. His power had gone down late in his career but he could still get the job done, hitting for a good average, solid power, and walking over 100 times a year. He was a very solid fielder with a good arm who can play all three outfield positions but his best was left field and was competent in center or right.
The brother of Marcus Giles, Brian announced his retirement after two Cactus League games with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He said his arthritic knee wasn't responding as well as he had hoped.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 2-time NL All-Star (2000 & 2001)
- NL Bases on Balls Leader (2005)
- 20-Home Run Seasons: 6 (1999-2004)
- 30-Home Run Seasons: 4 (1999-2002)
- 100 RBI Seasons: 3 (1999, 2000 & 2002)
- 100 Runs Scored Seasons: 3 (1999-2001)
