Mark Funderburk, baseball player, 1981-1985

Mark Funderburk

Born: 5/16/1957 in Charlotte, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1981-09-04 | Final Game: 1985-10-05

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 226 lbs

Full name: Mark Clifford Funderburk

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Biography

Mark Funderburk, born in 1957, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1981 to 1985. Primarily serving as a position player, Funderburk played a total of 31 games during his career. He showcased his hitting ability with a solid batting average of .294, accumulating 25 hits, including 2 home runs, and driving in 15 runs. His contributions to the teams he played for were significant in the context of the early 1980s, a period characterized by a transition in the game as it moved away from the deadball era and began embracing more offensive strategies. Funderburk's playing style was marked by a consistent ability to make contact and contribute offensively in crucial situations. Although his major league career was relatively short, his performance reflected the competitive spirit of players from that era. After his last game on October 5, 1985, Funderburk stepped away from the game, leaving behind a legacy as a dependable hitter during a time when teams were looking to bolster their lineups for greater offensive production. His career statistics remain a testament to his talent and determination in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
31 85 9 25 8 1 2 15 0 7 13 0.294 0.337 0.482 0.819 224.2

Career AVG .294 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — +14.7% above league average.

Career OBP .337 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .482 vs. league average .382 across their career seasons — +26.3% above league average.

Career OPS 0.819 vs. league average 0.704 across their career seasons — +16.4% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1981 MIN AL 8 15 2 3 1 0 0 2 0 2 1 0.200 — — — — 0.0
1985 MIN AL 23 70 7 22 7 1 2 13 0 5 12 0.314 .257 (+22%) .323 (+8%) .390 (+35%) .714 (+23%) 224.2

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 1 8 0 0 0
OF 11 8 11 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1981 MIN OF 6 5 4 1 0 0
1985 MIN 1B 1 1 8 0 0 0
1985 MIN OF 5 3 7 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Left Field 11
Designated Hitter 17

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Louisburg College Louisburg NC 1976