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- Full name: Mark William Prior
- Born: September 7, 1980
- Birthplace: San Diego, California
- Height: 6'5"
- Weight: 225 lbs
- Position: Pitcher
- Bats: Right
- Throws: Right
- High school: University of San Diego High School
- College: University of Southern California
- Draft year: 2001
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Mark Prior is a Major League Baseball player. He is currently a pitcher for the San Diego Padres.
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Early Life
Mark William Prior was born in San Diego, California, on September 7, 1980. He attended the University of San Diego High School. He continued his education at the University of Southern California. In 2001, he was selected by the Chicago Cubs with the second pick in the Major League Baseball amateur draft.Baseball-Reference.com:Mark PriorPro Career
On May 22, 2002, Prior made his MLB debut with the Chicago Cubs. In 2003, he had his best season, when he compiled a record of 18 wins and six losses with an earned run average of 2.43. In 2008, Prior signed with the San Diego Padres.MLB.com: Mark Prior He has been plagued by injuries throughout his career, and suffered a season ending injury in the 2008 campaign.MLB.com: Prior's surgery uncovers new injuryMark Prior Timeline
- September 7, 1980: Born
- 2001: Drafted by Chicago Cubs
- 2002: Debuted with Chicago Cubs
- 2008: Signed with San Diego Padres
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Mark Prior Questions
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Mark Prior Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the San Diego Padres
- MLB.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6'5"
- Weight: 230
- Rookie Year: 2002
Mark Prior Timeline
- September 7, 1980: Born in San Diego, California
- 2002: Debuts with the Chicago Cubs
- 2003: Finishes season with an 18-6 record
- 2008: Signs with the San Diego Padres



