Justin Bour

Justin Bour, born in 1988, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) primarily as a first baseman from 2014 to 2019. Over the course of 559 games, Bour established himself as a power hitter, recording 433 hits, including 92 home runs, and driving in 303 runs. He finished his career with a batting average of .253 and added 3 stolen bases to his stat line. Bour played during a period characterized by an emphasis on power hitting, reflecting the changing dynamics of the game as teams increasingly prioritized home runs and slugging percentages. He began his MLB journey with the Miami Marlins, where he gained recognition for his ability to drive in runs and provide consistent offensive production. His powerful left-handed swing and ability to handle left-handed pitching made him a valuable asset to his teams, culminating in stints with the Philadelphia Phillies and the Los Angeles Angels before his retirement in 2019.