Darrell Porter is far more known for his work with the St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Royals, but he would get his start in Milwaukee, where he was a former fourth overall pick.
After minor league apprenticeship, Porter peaked in 1973 with 16 homers, 67 RBI, and a .363 OBP, finishing third in Rookie of the Year. He gained wider recognition in 1974 with 104 hits and his first All-Star selection. In 1975, he hit a career-high 18 homers and drew 89 walks, second in the American League.
Following the 1976 season, the Brewers reshaped their core with a five-player trade on December 6, sending Porter and Jim Colborn to the Royals. He reached new heights in Kansas City and St. Louis, famously returning to Milwaukee in the 1982 World Series as Series MVP to haunt his former club, but his foundation was built at County Stadium.
Porter compiled 391 hits, 54 home runs, and a .346 on-base percentage as a Brewer.
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