Hunter Pence, baseball player, 244 home runs, 2007-2020

Hunter Pence

Born: 4/13/1983 in Fort Worth, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 2007-04-28 | Final Game: 2020-08-21

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 216 lbs

Full name: Hunter Andrew Pence

Biography

Hunter Pence was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, known for his dynamic playing style and tenacious approach at the plate. Born in 1983, Pence made his debut in the league on April 28, 2007, and continued to impact the game until his retirement on August 21, 2020. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,707 games, amassing 1,791 hits, 244 home runs, and 942 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .279. Pence was also a threat on the bases, finishing his career with 120 stolen bases, showcasing his speed and agility in addition to his power-hitting capabilities. Pence's career was highlighted by his selection to the All-Star Game four times, a testament to his consistent performance and popularity among fans and peers alike. He was recognized early in his career as a Rookie of the Month, which set the stage for his eventual emergence as a key player for teams such as the Houston Astros, Philadelphia Phillies, and San Francisco Giants. His contributions were particularly significant during the Giants' World Series championship runs in 2012 and 2014, where his leadership and clutch hitting played vital roles. Pence's style on the field, characterized by his unorthodox batting stance and relentless hustle, made him a fan favorite and left a lasting impression in the hearts of baseball enthusiasts.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1707 6420 891 1791 324 55 244 942 120 520 1335 0.279 0.334 0.461 0.794 9874.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
43 169 23 43 8 0 2 17 12 33 0.254

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2016 NLWC SFN 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.000
2016 NLDS1 SFN 4 18 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.222
2014 WS SFN 7 27 7 12 3 0 1 5 3 2 0.444
2014 NLCS SFN 5 17 2 4 1 0 0 3 3 4 0.235
2014 NLDS1 SFN 4 18 1 5 2 0 0 0 1 3 0.278
2014 NLWC SFN 1 4 2 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.250
2012 NLDS2 SFN 5 20 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.200
2012 WS SFN 4 14 3 4 1 0 0 1 1 6 0.286
2012 NLCS SFN 7 28 4 5 1 0 1 4 1 8 0.179
2011 NLDS1 PHI 5 19 3 4 0 0 0 4 2 2 0.211

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1577 1557 3263 96 48 14

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 65
Center Field 96
Right Field 1420
Designated Hitter 57

Awards & Honors

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 SFN NL $18,700,000
2015 SFN NL $18,500,000
2014 SFN NL $16,000,000
2013 SFN NL $13,800,000
2012 PHI NL $10,400,000
2011 HOU NL $6,900,000
2010 HOU NL $3,500,000
2009 HOU NL $439,000
2008 HOU NL $396,000
Total Career Earnings $88,635,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Texarkana College Texarkana TX 2002
University of Texas at Arlington Arlington TX 2003, 2004

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2014 Most Valuable Player NL 11th 34.0 420 0
2013 Most Valuable Player NL 16th 7.0 420 0
2012 Most Valuable Player NL 32th 1.0 448 0
2011 Most Valuable Player NL 16th 10.0 448 0
2007 Rookie of the Year NL 3rd 15.0 160 0