About Rod Gilbreath Memorabilia & Collectibles
About Rod Gilbreath:
Rod Gilbreath (full name: Rodney Joe Gilbreath; no nicknames) played second baseman and third baseman from 1972 until 1978 for the Atlanta Braves. He played for the Braves from 1972 - 1978. Over 7 seasons, he played 500 games, hit 14 home runs, drove in 164 runs, and stole 25 bases. Born on September 24, 1952 in Laurel, MS, Gilbreath stands 6' 2" and weighs 180 lb. He attended Watkins (Laurel, MS) high school and was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 3rd round of the 1970 amateur draft. His debut was on June 17, 1972 and he played his final game on October 1, 1978. Over his career, Gilbreath made $95,000. Common misspellings of his name include Rodney Joe Rod rodney Gilbreath.