Brett Harris

Brett Harris is a professional baseball player who currently plays as an infielder, primarily at third base, for the Oakland Athletics in Major League Baseball (MLB). Born on June 24, 1998, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, Harris honed his skills at John Hersey High School before advancing to college baseball at Gonzaga University. Harris was selected by the Athletics in the 7th round of the 2021 MLB Draft with the 26th pick. Making his MLB debut on May 3, 2024, he has since been an active part of the team. In the 2025 season, Harris demonstrated his capabilities with a batting average of .274, accumulating 20 hits over 73 at-bats, and securing 5 doubles. His on-base percentage stood at .349, and he achieved an OPS of .691. Harris also contributed 5 RBIs and scored 11 runs. Defensively, Harris maintained a fielding percentage of .986 at third base, committing only 1 error in 74 total chances, and was involved in 6 double plays. His performance showcases his reliability both at bat and in the field, making him a valuable player for the Athletics. Harris continues to develop his career with the Athletics, building on his collegiate success and showing promise as a consistent infield presence in the MLB.