Russ Branyan
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Russell Branyan
- Bats Left, Throws Right
- Height 6' 3", Weight 195 lb.
- Debut September 26, 1998
- Born December 19, 1975 in Warner Robins, GA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Russell Branyan has been a Three True Outcomes type of player for most of his career. At the end of the 2007 season, 121 of his 427 base hits had been home runs. But his strikeouts have also come in bunches.
"I couldn't believe how far that kid hit that ball." - Jim Thome, talking about a home run Branyan blasted in spring training 1998 that bounced off a car.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 1996 MVP South Atlantic League Columbus Redstixx
- 20-Home Run Seasons: 2 (2001 & 2002)
