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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | HOU | NL | 108 | 456 | 57 | 147 | 30 | 9 | 17 | 69 | 11 | 26 | 95 | 0.322 | 1520.8 |
| 2008 | HOU | NL | 157 | 595 | 78 | 160 | 34 | 4 | 25 | 83 | 11 | 40 | 124 | 0.269 | 402.1 |
| 2009 | HOU | NL | 159 | 585 | 76 | 165 | 26 | 5 | 25 | 72 | 14 | 58 | 109 | 0.282 | 1081.5 |
| 2010 | HOU | NL | 156 | 614 | 93 | 173 | 29 | 3 | 25 | 91 | 18 | 41 | 105 | 0.282 | 858.8 |
| 2011 | HOU | NL | 100 | 399 | 49 | 123 | 26 | 3 | 11 | 62 | 7 | 30 | 86 | 0.308 | 1083.7 |
| 2011 | PHI | NL | 54 | 207 | 35 | 67 | 12 | 2 | 11 | 35 | 1 | 26 | 38 | 0.324 | 1083.7 |
| 2012 | PHI | NL | 101 | 398 | 59 | 108 | 15 | 2 | 17 | 59 | 4 | 37 | 85 | 0.271 | 638.3 |
| 2012 | SFG | NL | 59 | 219 | 28 | 48 | 11 | 2 | 7 | 45 | 1 | 19 | 60 | 0.219 | 638.3 |
| 2013 | SFG | NL | 162 | 629 | 91 | 178 | 35 | 5 | 27 | 99 | 22 | 52 | 115 | 0.283 | 1846.8 |
| 2014 | SFG | NL | 162 | 650 | 106 | 180 | 29 | 10 | 20 | 74 | 13 | 52 | 130 | 0.277 | 1333.7 |
| 2015 | SFG | NL | 52 | 207 | 30 | 57 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 40 | 4 | 16 | 48 | 0.275 | 392.8 |
| 2016 | SFG | NL | 106 | 395 | 58 | 114 | 23 | 1 | 13 | 57 | 1 | 43 | 95 | 0.289 | 773.2 |
| 2017 | SFG | NL | 134 | 493 | 55 | 128 | 13 | 5 | 13 | 67 | 2 | 40 | 102 | 0.260 | -671.6 |
| 2018 | SFG | NL | 97 | 235 | 19 | 53 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 5 | 11 | 59 | 0.226 | -892.7 |
| 2019 | TEX | AL | 83 | 286 | 53 | 85 | 17 | 1 | 18 | 59 | 6 | 26 | 69 | 0.297 | 1070.2 |
| 2020 | SFG | NL | 17 | 52 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0.096 | -403.9 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | HOU | OF | 108 | 108 | 296 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2008 | HOU | OF | 156 | 154 | 340 | 16 | 1 | 4 |
| 2009 | HOU | OF | 157 | 156 | 316 | 16 | 5 | 2 |
| 2010 | HOU | OF | 155 | 155 | 340 | 9 | 6 | 2 |
| 2011 | HOU | OF | 100 | 99 | 203 | 9 | 5 | 3 |
| 2011 | PHI | OF | 53 | 53 | 81 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | PHI | OF | 101 | 100 | 161 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 | SFN | OF | 58 | 58 | 110 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | SFN | OF | 162 | 162 | 374 | 2 | 7 | 1 |
| 2014 | SFN | OF | 161 | 161 | 308 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| 2015 | SFN | OF | 51 | 50 | 122 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| 2016 | SFN | OF | 102 | 102 | 193 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | SFN | OF | 125 | 120 | 256 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | SFN | OF | 55 | 47 | 97 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | TEX | OF | 23 | 23 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | SFN | OF | 10 | 9 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 65 |
| Center Field | 96 |
| Right Field | 1420 |
| Designated Hitter | 57 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | MLB Players Choice Comeback Player | |
| 2019 | TSN Comeback Player of the Year | |
| 2016 | Player of the Week | Week of 2016-04-30 |
| 2013 | Player of the Month | September |
| 2013 | Player of the Week | Week of 2013-09-15 |
| 2010 | Player of the Week | Week of 2010-09-05 |
| 2007 | Player of the Week | Week of 2007-05-19 |
| 2007 | Rookie of the Month | May |
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 |