Greg Brock, a left-handed first baseman, played Major League Baseball primarily for the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Milwaukee Brewers. Born on June 14, 1957, in McMinnville, Oregon, Brock attended the University of Wyoming, where he honed his skills on the baseball field. His talent caught the attention of the Los Angeles Dodgers, who selected him in the 13th round of the 1979 MLB Draft.
Brock's journey to the majors began in the Dodgers' farm system, where he demonstrated his potential as a power hitter. In 1980, he played for the San Antonio Dodgers, a Double-A team, and quickly moved up to the Triple-A Albuquerque Dukes. His performance in the minors was impressive, particularly in 1981 when he hit 33 home runs and drove in 122 runs for Albuquerque, earning him the Pacific Coast League MVP award.
The Dodgers called Brock up to the majors in 1982, where he was seen as a potential successor to Steve Garvey, the team's long-time first baseman. Brock's rookie season showed promise, as he hit 21 home runs and drove in 73 runs. However, he struggled with consistency at the plate, which would be a recurring theme throughout his career.
In 1983, Brock's performance dipped, and he found himself splitting time at first base. Despite the challenges, he remained with the Dodgers until 1986. During his tenure with the team, he was part of a competitive roster that included players like Pedro Guerrero and Dusty Baker. Brock's time with the Dodgers culminated in a trade to the Milwaukee Brewers before the 1987 season.
With the Brewers, Brock found a fresh start and became the team's regular first baseman. His best season with Milwaukee came in 1987 when he hit 13 home runs and had 56 RBIs. Brock's tenure with the Brewers lasted until 1991, during which he provided steady defense and occasional power at first base.
Throughout his career, Brock was known for his solid defensive skills and ability to draw walks, though he never quite reached the offensive heights predicted for him during his minor league days. Over his nine-year MLB career, he compiled a batting average of .248, hit 110 home runs, and had 462 RBIs.
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