Greg Brock
Born: 6/14/1957 in McMinnville, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-01 | Final Game: 1991-06-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Gregory Allen Brock
Biography
Greg Brock was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1982 to 1991. Born in 1957, he played primarily as a position player during his career, participating in a total of 1,013 games. Brock was known for his power-hitting abilities, finishing his career with 794 hits, 110 home runs, and 462 RBIs, showcasing a blend of offensive skill and consistency at the plate. He posted a career batting average of .248 and recorded 41 stolen bases, reflecting his versatility and speed as a player.
Throughout the late 1980s, Brock contributed to the game during a period marked by the emergence of power hitters and a shift in offensive strategies. His ability to hit for power while still being a threat on the basepaths positioned him as a valuable asset to his teams. As a player who experienced the transition from the more traditional styles of play to the modern emphasis on home runs and slugging percentages, he played a part in the evolving landscape of baseball during his era. Brock's legacy is characterized by his contributions to the teams he played for and his role in the game during a dynamic time in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1013 | 3202 | 420 | 794 | 141 | 6 | 110 | 462 | 41 | 434 | 469 | 0.248 | 0.338 | 0.399 | 0.737 | 2799.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | LAD | NL | 18 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | LAD | NL | 146 | 455 | 64 | 102 | 14 | 2 | 20 | 66 | 5 | 83 | 81 | 0.224 | 518.6 |
| 1984 | LAD | NL | 88 | 271 | 33 | 61 | 6 | 0 | 14 | 34 | 8 | 39 | 37 | 0.225 | 139.5 |
| 1985 | LAD | NL | 129 | 438 | 64 | 110 | 19 | 0 | 21 | 66 | 4 | 54 | 72 | 0.251 | 707.8 |
| 1986 | LAD | NL | 115 | 325 | 33 | 76 | 13 | 0 | 16 | 52 | 2 | 37 | 60 | 0.234 | 36.9 |
| 1987 | ATL | AL | 141 | 532 | 81 | 159 | 29 | 3 | 13 | 85 | 5 | 57 | 63 | 0.299 | 1056.8 |
| 1988 | ATL | AL | 115 | 364 | 53 | 77 | 16 | 1 | 6 | 50 | 6 | 63 | 48 | 0.212 | -339.1 |
| 1989 | ATL | AL | 107 | 373 | 40 | 99 | 16 | 0 | 12 | 52 | 6 | 43 | 49 | 0.265 | 643.6 |
| 1990 | ATL | AL | 123 | 367 | 42 | 91 | 23 | 0 | 7 | 50 | 4 | 43 | 45 | 0.248 | -189.3 |
| 1991 | ATL | AL | 31 | 60 | 9 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 14 | 9 | 0.283 | 224.6 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 21 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 0.048 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | NLCS | LAN | 5 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0.083 |
| 1983 | NLCS | LAN | 3 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 942 | 858 | 7578 | 684 | 51 | 680 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | LAN | 1B | 3 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | LAN | 1B | 140 | 129 | 1162 | 106 | 12 | 94 |
| 1984 | LAN | 1B | 83 | 77 | 703 | 65 | 4 | 61 |
| 1985 | LAN | 1B | 122 | 117 | 1113 | 84 | 7 | 86 |
| 1986 | LAN | 1B | 99 | 84 | 726 | 87 | 3 | 46 |
| 1987 | ML4 | 1B | 141 | 138 | 1065 | 109 | 8 | 111 |
| 1988 | ML4 | 1B | 114 | 104 | 915 | 102 | 7 | 89 |
| 1989 | ML4 | 1B | 100 | 93 | 850 | 58 | 5 | 86 |
| 1990 | ML4 | 1B | 115 | 100 | 885 | 63 | 5 | 89 |
| 1991 | ML4 | 1B | 25 | 16 | 150 | 10 | 0 | 18 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 942 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | ML4 | AL | $937,500 |
| 1990 | ML4 | AL | $787,500 |
| 1989 | ML4 | AL | $700,000 |
| 1988 | ML4 | AL | $600,000 |
| 1987 | ML4 | AL | $405,000 |
| 1986 | LAN | NL | $325,000 |
| 1985 | LAN | NL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,905,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wyoming | Laramie | WY | 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 7th | 3.0 | 120 | 0 |