Biff Pocoroba
Born: 7/25/1953 in Burbank, CA, USA
Died: 5/24/2020 in Grayson, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1975-04-25 | Final Game: 1984-04-20
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Biff Benedict Pocoroba
Biography
Biff Pocoroba, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1975 until his retirement in 1984. Primarily recognized as a position player, Pocoroba played a total of 596 games throughout his career. He recorded 374 hits and hit 21 home runs, driving in 172 runs while maintaining a batting average of .257. Known for his versatility on the field, he also showcased his speed with 6 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Pocoroba's most notable achievement came in 1980 when he was selected as an All-Star, highlighting his status among the best players of his era. His career unfolded during a time when the game was transitioning towards more power-hitting and offensive play, but Pocoroba carved out a niche as a reliable contributor in the lineup. His dedication to the sport and his performance on the field left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike, securing his place in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 596 | 1457 | 132 | 374 | 71 | 2 | 21 | 172 | 6 | 182 | 109 | 0.257 | 0.339 | 0.351 | 0.690 | -323.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | ATL | NL | 67 | 188 | 15 | 48 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 0 | 20 | 11 | 0.255 | -237.3 |
| 1976 | ATL | NL | 54 | 174 | 16 | 42 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 19 | 12 | 0.241 | -332.3 |
| 1977 | ATL | NL | 113 | 321 | 46 | 93 | 24 | 1 | 8 | 44 | 3 | 57 | 27 | 0.290 | 1117.9 |
| 1978 | ATL | NL | 92 | 289 | 21 | 70 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 34 | 0 | 29 | 14 | 0.242 | -401.9 |
| 1979 | ATL | NL | 28 | 38 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0.316 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | ATL | NL | 70 | 83 | 7 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 11 | 11 | 0.265 | 59.6 |
| 1981 | ATL | NL | 57 | 122 | 4 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 15 | 0.180 | -593.3 |
| 1982 | ATL | NL | 56 | 120 | 5 | 33 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 0.275 | 98.6 |
| 1983 | ATL | NL | 55 | 120 | 11 | 32 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 0.267 | -35.0 |
| 1984 | ATL | NL | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | NLCS | ATL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 23 | 21 | 16 | 30 | 3 | 4 |
| C | 391 | 342 | 1938 | 221 | 39 | 21 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | ATL | C | 62 | 49 | 237 | 25 | 8 | 2 |
| 1976 | ATL | C | 54 | 51 | 273 | 39 | 7 | 5 |
| 1977 | ATL | C | 100 | 86 | 542 | 78 | 7 | 8 |
| 1978 | ATL | C | 79 | 77 | 454 | 43 | 5 | 1 |
| 1979 | ATL | C | 7 | 6 | 39 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 1980 | ATL | C | 10 | 9 | 56 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1981 | ATL | C | 9 | 6 | 28 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 1981 | ATL | 3B | 21 | 20 | 15 | 30 | 3 | 4 |
| 1982 | ATL | C | 36 | 29 | 143 | 16 | 2 | 2 |
| 1982 | ATL | 3B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | ATL | C | 34 | 29 | 166 | 12 | 3 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 392 |
| Third Base | 23 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1977 | Player of the Week | Week of 1977-05-20 |