Bo Porter
Born: 7/5/1972 in Newark, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1999-05-09 | Final Game: 2001-08-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Marquis Donnell Porter
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Biography
Bo Porter, born in 1972, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as an outfielder from 1999 to 2001. He made his Major League debut with the Chicago Cubs and later played for the Philadelphia Phillies. Over the course of his career, Porter appeared in 89 games, where he recorded 27 hits and achieved a batting average of .214. He hit 2 home runs and drove in 8 runs, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 3 stolen bases.
Though Porterโs playing career was relatively brief, he contributed to his teams with his versatility and work ethic. Following his time as a player, Porter transitioned into coaching and management roles, where he made a significant impact in baseball, particularly in player development. His journey through the Major Leagues during the late 1990s and early 2000s was marked by a competitive environment, and his post-playing career has further solidified his legacy in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 | 126 | 23 | 27 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 13 | 52 | 0.214 | 0.284 | 0.333 | 0.617 | -248.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | CHC | NL | 24 | 26 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 0.192 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | OAK | AL | 17 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | TEX | AL | 48 | 87 | 18 | 20 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 9 | 34 | 0.230 | -248.6 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | ALDS1 | OAK | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 77 | 28 | 90 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | CHN | OF | 21 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | OAK | OF | 16 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | TEX | OF | 40 | 22 | 61 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 35 |
| Center Field | 17 |
| Right Field | 29 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | TEX | AL | $207,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $207,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa | Iowa City | IA | 1993, 1994 |