While wearing a Toronto uniform, Ellis Burks delivered the run-producing hit that pushed him past 1,000 career RBIs, reaching one of the most meaningful benchmarks for a middle-of-the-order bat.
Burks has been one of the DBL’s most consistent power threats since breaking in with Toronto in the late 1980s. Whether setting the table or clearing it, his combination of gap power, home-run pop, and durability has made him a fixture in the heart of lineups for more than a decade.
Ellis Burks — DBL Career Snapshot
| Category | Total |
|---|---|
| Seasons | 1987–1997 |
| Teams | Toronto, Florida |
| Games Played | 1,553 |
| At-Bats | 6,053 |
| Hits | 1,560 |
| Home Runs | 339 |
| Runs Batted In | 1,001 |
| Runs Scored | 912 |
| Batting Average | .258 |
| On-Base % | .324 |
| Slugging % | .484 |
| OPS / OPS+ | .808 / 124 |
| wRC+ | 128 |
| WAR | 46.7 |
Career at a Glance
- Premier run producer: Surpassed 1,000 RBIs while remaining an everyday presence
- Power with balance: Multiple 30+ HR seasons across two teams
- Longevity: Double-digit seasons as a lineup cornerstone
- Toronto staple: Most productive years and milestones came in a Blue Jays uniform
Congratulations to Ellis Burks on 1,000 career RBIs—a milestone earned through years of steady, dangerous production at the plate.