Mark Christian Bellhorn (born August 23, 1974 in Weymouth, Massachusetts) is a second baseman for the Cincinnati Reds. He has also played with the Oakland Athletics (1997-98, 2000-01), Chicago Cubs (2002-03), Colorado Rockies (2003), Boston Red Sox (2004-05), New York Yankees (2005), San Diego Padres (2006), and Cincinnati Reds (2007). He is a switch-hitter and throws right-handed. He graduated from Oviedo High School located in Oviedo, FL. The position of the second baseman Second base redirects here. ... is the 161st day of the year (162nd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... For the band, see 1997 (band). ... Batting average is a statistic in both cricket and baseball measuring the performance of cricket batsmen and baseball hitters, respectively. ... In baseball statistics, on base percentage (OBP) (sometimes referred to as on base average (OBA)) is a measure of how often a batter gets to first base for any reason other than a fielding error or a fielders choice. ... 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Career

After playing college ball at Auburn University, Bellhorn broke in the majors with Oakland in 1997. That year he managed a .228 batting average with six home runs and 19 runs batted in. Over the next three seasons with the Athletics he would see only limited playing time, batting .131 with one homer and five RBI. Auburn University (AU or Auburn) is a state university located in Auburn, Alabama, USA. With more than 24,100 students and 1,200 faculty, it is the largest university in the state,[5] and according to U.S. News & World Report, has a selectivity rating of more selective. ... For the band, see 1997 (band). ... Batting average is a statistic in both cricket and baseball measuring the performance of cricket batsmen and baseball hitters, respectively. ... Mark McGwire swinging for the fences. ... In baseball statistics, a run batted in (RBI) is given to a batter for each run scored as the result of a batters plate appearance. ...

In 2002, Bellhorn would go to the Cubs and hit .258 with 27 home runs and 56 RBI. On August 29, 2002, Bellhorn became the first player in National League history to hit a home run from both sides of the plate in the same inning, doing so in the Cubs' 10–run 4th inning at Miller Park. Bellhorn also tied a team record with five RBI in the inning. His 2002 campaign was a record-setting season for the Cubs: His 27 home runs was the most ever by a Cubs switch hitter, and he became the 1st player in Cubs history to hit a home run from all 4 infield positions. ^[1] Also see: 2002 (number). ... For other uses, see National League (disambiguation). ... Miller Park is a baseball stadium located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. ...

On June 20, 2003 he was traded to the Rockies, and finished the year hitting .221 with two home runs and 26 RBI. Year 2003 (MMIII) was a common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. ...

In 2004, Bellhorn was signed by the Boston Red Sox as a utility infielder. However, he became the regular second baseman after Pokey Reese and Nomar Garciaparra suffered early season injuries. He proceeded to have the best batting average of his career, hitting .264 with 17 home runs and 82 RBI. Despite leading the league in strikeouts (177), Bellhorn was among the league leaders in walks (88, 3rd), pitches seen per at bat, batting average with runners in scoring position, and on base percentage (.373, first among AL second baseman). Nearly half of his 2004 plate appearances resulted in a strikeout, walk or home run. Year 2004 (MMIV) was a leap year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Pokey Reese, born Calvin Reese, Jr. ... Anthony Nomar Garciaparra (born July 23, 1973, in Whittier, California) is a Mexican-American baseball player who currently plays third base for the Los Angeles Dodgers. ... For the typographical mode indicating deleted text, see Strikethrough. ... Rashad Eldridge of the Oklahoma Redhawks walks to first base after drawing a base on balls. ... In baseball statistics, on base percentage (OBP) (sometimes referred to as on base average (OBA)) is a measure of how often a batter gets to first base for any reason other than a fielding error or a fielders choice. ...

With his shaggy hair and frequently unshaven face, Bellhorn was one of many members of the memorable-looking 2004 Red Sox team (including Johnny Damon, Pedro Martinez, Manny Ramirez, and Kevin Millar) to adopt an unkempt appearance, distinguishing themselves more as opposites from their arch-rivals the New York Yankees (who are forbidden to wear long hair or facial hair below the lip). Bellhorn's quiet demeanor, humble behavior, and scrappy play created a small but fiercely loyal fan-base for Bellhorn. Throughout Boston, people were once seen wearing "Who died and made you Mark Bellhorn?" shirts. There is also another once-popular shirt, "Don't blame me, I voted for Bellhorn." ^[2] This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... Pedro Martinez warming up in right field of Fenway Park before a game, June 22, 2004. ... Manuel Arístides (Manny) Ramírez Onelcida [ra-MEE-res] (born May 30, 1972) is an outfielder in Major League Baseball who has played for the Boston Red Sox since 2001. ... Kevin Charles Millar (Born:September 24, 1971, in Los Angeles, California) is a professional designated hitter/first baseman who plays for the Baltimore Orioles and was a member of the 2004 World Series champions Boston Red Sox. ...

In 2005, Bellhorn struggled, registering a lower batting average and dramatically increasing his strikeouts. The Red Sox eventually released Bellhorn after he broke his finger in a game and the fans were getting restless with his "non-production". Bellhorn signed with the Yankees days later. In 2006, he played for the San Diego Padres.

In 2007, Bellhorn signed a minor league deal with the Cincinnati Reds with an invitation as a non-roster player to the Reds' spring training camp. Although he had a decent spring with some playing time, he was optioned to Cincinnati's Triple-A affiliate, the Louisville Bats, and a few days later he accepted the minor league deal. ^[3]

On August 12, 2007, the Reds designated Bellhorn for assignment to make room for Josh Hamilton, who was coming off the 15-day disabled list. On October 12, 2007, Bellhorn refused his outright assignment to the minors, becoming a free agent. is the 224th day of the year (225th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Josh Hamilton is an actor based in New York who has appeared in Broadway and off Broadway productions. ...

2004 postseason

For the first seven postseason games of his career, Bellhorn had 2 hits in 25 at-bats (.080). But his resurgence started when he broke up Mike Mussina's perfect game in the 7th inning of game 1. Bellhorn then hit a three-run homer off Jon Lieber to power Boston to a 4-2 victory over the Yankees in Game 6 of the ALCS. He also homered in Game 7 in the Bronx for a key insurance run, sending the ball high and clanging it loudly off the right field foul pole off Tom Gordon. Michael Cole (Mike) Mussina (born December 8, 1968 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania), nicknamed Moose, is a Major League starting pitcher, currently with the New York Yankees. ... This article or section does not adequately cite its references or sources. ... The 2004 American League Championship Series was a Major League Baseball playoff series played between the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees. ... Thomas Gordon (born November 18, 1967 in Sebring, Florida), nicknamed Flash, is a Major League Baseball right-handed pitcher who plays for the Philadelphia Phillies. ...

Boston won Game 1 In the World Series, thanks to Bellhorn's eighth-inning two-run home run off Julian Tavarez, (again, clanging a ball off the foul pole, this time Pesky's Pole at Fenway Park) to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 11-9. In Game 2, he hit a two-run double to help the Sox pull away to a 4-1 lead in an eventual 6-2 victory. In doing so, Bellhorn became the first second baseman ever to homer in three consecutive postseason games. The Red Sox went on to win the World Series in a four game sweep of St. Louis. Dates October 23, 2004–October 27, 2004 MVP Manny Ramírez (Boston) Television network Fox Announcers Joe Buck and Tim McCarver Umpires Ed Montague (Crew Chief), Dale Scott, Brian Gorman, Chuck Meriwether, Gerry Davis, Charlie Reliford The 2004 World Series represented the 100th time two modern Major League Baseball teams... Julian Tavarez (born May 22, 1973 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) is a right-handed middle reliever for the St. ... The bottom portion of Peskys Pole, with the Green Monster in the background and Fenway Parks right field seats in the foreground, on June 22, 2004 Peskys Pole, or The Pesky Pole, is the nickname for the right field foul pole at Fenway Park, home of the... Fenway redirects here. ... Major league affiliations National League (1892–present) Central Division (1994–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 1, 2, 6, 9, 14, 17, 20, 42, 42, 45, 85 Name St. ... In baseball, a double is the act of a batter safely reaching second base by striking the ball and getting to second before being made out, without the benefit of a fielders misplay (see error) or another runner being put out on a fielders choice. ...

In 14 post-season games, Bellhorn hit three doubles and three home runs with eight runs and eight RBI. He hit a low .191 batting average (9-for-44). Nevertheless, he provided a good offensive support in on base percentage (.397), slugging average (.447) and OPS (.844). Barry Bonds holds the MLB record for highest slugging average in a season (.863). ... In baseball statistics, on-base plus slugging (denoted by OPS) incorporates on base percentage (OBP) and slugging percentage (SLG). ...

Personal life

Bellhorn owns and operates four Dunkin Donuts franchises in the greater Boston area. ^[4] His younger brother, Todd, pitched in the New York Mets minor league system from 1998-2000. He is now a youth pastor in Florida. ^[5] Categories: Corporation stubs | Food companies of the United States | Donuts | Corporations with naming rights of indoor arenas ... Nickname: City on the Hill, Beantown, The Hub (of the Universe)1, Athens of America, The Cradle of Revolution, Puritan City, Americas Walking City Location in Massachusetts, USA Counties Suffolk County Mayor Thomas M. Menino(D) Area    - City 232. ...

See also

• San Diego Padres all-time roster

The following is a list of players, both past and current, who appeared at least in one game for the San Diego Padres National League franchise (1965-present). ...

References

External links

• ESPN - profile and daily updates
• Baseball Reference - career statistics and analysis
• St. Luke School page'
• MarkBellhorn.net
• Sons of Sam Horn - profile