Mark Brouhard
Born: 5/22/1956 in Burbank, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-04-12 | Final Game: 1985-10-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Mark Steven Brouhard
Biography
Mark Brouhard, born in 1956, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1980 to 1985. Over the course of his career, Brouhard appeared in 304 games, where he compiled a batting average of .259 and recorded 235 hits, including 25 home runs and 104 runs batted in (RBIs). Known for his versatility on the field, Brouhard contributed to his teams with solid offensive production, while also showcasing his speed with 2 stolen bases throughout his career.
Brouhard's playing career unfolded during a transformative time in baseball, as the sport began to move away from the traditional small-ball strategies of the past towards a more power-oriented game. His contributions on the field placed him among the notable players of the early 1980s, a period marked by emerging power hitters and the evolution of offensive play. While not a household name, Brouhard's dedication and performance in the major leagues left a lasting impression on the teams he played for, as he navigated the challenges of a competitive environment in professional baseball. He retired on October 6, 1985, leaving behind a legacy as a reliable player during an exciting era in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304 | 909 | 108 | 235 | 40 | 7 | 25 | 104 | 2 | 53 | 183 | 0.259 | 0.305 | 0.400 | 0.705 | -216.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | ATL | AL | 45 | 125 | 17 | 29 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 1 | 7 | 24 | 0.232 | -129.9 |
| 1981 | ATL | AL | 60 | 186 | 19 | 51 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 20 | 1 | 7 | 41 | 0.274 | -111.4 |
| 1982 | ATL | AL | 40 | 108 | 16 | 29 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 17 | 0.269 | 156.4 |
| 1983 | ATL | AL | 56 | 185 | 25 | 51 | 10 | 1 | 7 | 23 | 0 | 9 | 39 | 0.276 | 195.3 |
| 1984 | ATL | AL | 66 | 197 | 20 | 47 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 22 | 0 | 16 | 36 | 0.239 | -230.3 |
| 1985 | ATL | AL | 37 | 108 | 11 | 28 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 26 | 0.259 | -96.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.750 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | ALCS | ML4 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.750 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 10 | 4 | 50 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| OF | 216 | 198 | 460 | 16 | 8 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | ML4 | 1B | 10 | 4 | 50 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| 1980 | ML4 | OF | 12 | 9 | 27 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1981 | ML4 | OF | 51 | 45 | 92 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 1982 | ML4 | OF | 30 | 27 | 69 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | ML4 | OF | 42 | 40 | 112 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | ML4 | OF | 52 | 48 | 107 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| 1985 | ML4 | OF | 29 | 29 | 53 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 10 |
| Left Field | 113 |
| Right Field | 109 |
| Designated Hitter | 55 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Pierce College | Woodland Hills | CA | 1975, 1976 |