Ellis Burks

Quick Facts

Full Name	Ellis Burks
Occupation	Baseball Player
Date Of Birth	Sep 11, 1964(1964-09-11)
Age	60
Birthplace	Vicksburg
Country	United States
Birth City	Mississippi
Horoscope	Virgo

Ellis Burks Biography

Ellis Burks is one of the most popular and richest Baseball Player who was born on September 11, 1964 in Vicksburg, Mississippi, United States. A former MLB Outfielder and designated hitter who played for 18 seasons in the league.

In 2004, he joined In 2004 he joined David Ortiz on the Boston Red Sox. on the Boston Red Sox.

Selected by the Boston Red Sox in the first round (20th pick) of the 1983 Major League Baseball draft, Burks made his debut in the 1987 season as a regular center fielder at age 22, becoming the third player in Red Sox history to hit 20 home runs and steal 20 bases in one season. He was selected to both the Baseball Digest and Topps “All-Rookie” teams. Defensively, Burks showed excellent range, a sure glove and a strong arm. Burks, however, was injury- prone. He had shoulder surgery in 1989, and it was the first of many setbacks for him. During the 1990 season he hit two home runs in the same inning of a game, to become the second player in Red Sox history to achieve the feat; Bill Regan was the first, in 1928.

Burks resides in Chagrin Falls, Ohio and his son Chris plays baseball for the San Francisco Giants organization. He also has three daughters, Carissa, Elisha, and Breanna. He met his wife, Dori, in Connecticut in 1985.

He was raised within Vicksburg, Mississippi.

Ellis Burks Net Worth

Ellis Burks is one of the richest Baseball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ellis Burks 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was a first-round choice by the Boston Red Sox in 1983.

He was the top player in his team in the National League in Runs and Total Bases in 1996 while playing for Colorado Rockies. Colorado Rockies.

Ellis Rena Burks (born September 11, 1964) is an American former outfielder who played in Major League Baseball for 18 seasons. He batted and threw right- handed.

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He was signed by the Cleveland Indians after the season. In his new role as a DH for the Indians, Burks provided consistent production in the middle-of-the- lineup, hitting .280, 28, 74 in 2001, and .301, 32, 91 in 2002. He sprained his wrist in spring training of 2003 and kept playing in 55 games until the muscles in his right hand affected his ability to swing the bat. He underwent season-ending surgery to repair nerve damage in his right elbow. The Indians did not pick up their 2004 contract option or offer him salary arbitration, and he returned to the Red Sox in 2004. He retired at the end of the season with a World Series ring with the team that he began his career with.

Facts & Trivia

Ellis Ranked on the list of most popular Baseball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Ellis Burks celebrates birthday on September 11 of every year.

Top Facts about Ellis Burks

1. Ellis Burks was an American baseball player born in 1964.
2. He played as an outfielder for multiple MLB teams.
3. Burks had a career batting average of .291.
4. He hit 352 home runs during his 18-year career.
5. Burks was a two-time Silver Slugger Award winner.
6. He was selected to the All-Star Game twice in his career.
7. Burks won the Gold Glove Award once for his fielding skills.
8. He played for the Boston Red Sox, Colorado Rockies, and San Francisco Giants, among others.
9. Burks retired from professional baseball in 2004.
10. Throughout his career, he accumulated over 2,100 hits and nearly 1,200 RBIs.

Is Ellis Burks a Hall of Famer?

Not in Hall of Fame – 16. Ellis Burks.

Where is Ellis Burks now?

After the 2005 season, Burks joined the Indians’ front office staff as a special assistant to the general manager. In 2021, Burks joined NESN as a studio analyst and alternate color commentator for Red Sox games.

Did Ellis Burks play in the 2004 World Series?

On that short list belongs the name of Ellis Burks, who began his major-league career as a 22-year-old rookie for the Boston Red Sox in 1987 and concluded it as a member of the 2004 Red Sox team that ended 86 years of frustration for the franchise with their World Series title.

What teams did Ellis Burks play for?

All teams

Who wore number 5 for the Red Sox?

5: Nomar Garciaparra (1996-2004)