Brian Dorsett was a professional baseball player who played as a catcher for various teams during his career. He was born on September 3, 1963, in Louisville, Kentucky, and attended the University of Louisville.
Dorsett was drafted by the Texas Rangers in the first round of the 1985 Major League Baseball draft. He made his Major League debut on September 3, 1987, and played for the Rangers until 1990. During his time with the Rangers, he was known for his strong arm and defensive skills.
In 1991, Dorsett was traded to the Chicago Cubs, where he played for two seasons. He then played for the Seattle Mariners in 1993 and the Detroit Tigers in 1994.
Dorsett's best season was in 1992 when he played in 87 games for the Cubs and hit .271 with 6 home runs and 28 RBIs. He also threw out 38% of attempted base stealers that season.
After his stint with the Tigers, Dorsett played in the minor leagues for a few years before retiring from baseball in 1998.
Overall, Dorsett played in 386 Major League games and had a career batting average of .234 with 18 home runs and 96 RBIs. He was known for his defensive skills and was a reliable backup catcher throughout his career.
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