Robert Lee Porter (born July 22, 1959) is an American former

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who appeared in 41 Major League games played for the

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during parts of the and seasons. He threw and batted

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, stood tall and weighed during his active career. Porter was chosen by the Braves in the third round of the

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after his graduation from Napa High School. He was in his fifth professional season when he made his debut with the Braves on May 13, 1981. Pinch hitting for

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, Porter singled off Jim Bibby of the Pittsburgh Pirates.Information
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It would be one of Porter's seven big-league hits during his brief career with the Braves. He collected one

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, a

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, and scored three runs. Porter's pro career ended after his seventh minor league season in 1983.

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