Darryl Minor

2026 World Series

In 2026, Darryl Minor competed for Bayou City Heat, recording 11 at-bats, 3 runs and a .273 batting average, along with 2 putouts.

Career Overview

Darryl Minor has been one of the most accomplished and consistent players in NBBA history, he has been competing since 1987.

He began his World Series career with the Houston Bayou Bombers from 1989 through 1992 and again from 1995 through 1999. He played with the Houston Express in 1993 and 1994. Since 2001, he has been a central figure for the Houston Bayou City Heat through 2025.

Across four decades, Darryl has played in or been part of 35 NBBA World Series, demonstrating remarkable longevity and sustained excellence.

World Series All Star Honors

Darryl earned ten World Series All Star selections, including three Offensive MVP awards.

• 1997 Offensive MVP, .786 BA, Topeka, KS
• 1999 Defense, 24 putouts, 3.43 average, Sacramento, CA
• 2001 Offense, .778 BA, Cleveland, OH
• 2002 Offense, .642 BA, Glenview, IL
• 2003 Offense, .531 BA, Denver, CO
• 2004 Offensive MVP, .625 BA, Columbus, OH
• 2005 Offense, .611 BA, Houston, TX
• 2011 Offense, .545 BA, Indianapolis, IN
• 2012 Offensive MVP, .732 BA, Ames, IA
• 2014 Offense, .556 BA, Rochester, MN

He was also named to the NBBA 30th Anniversary All Time Team 1976–2006.

World Series Statistical Profile

Darryl’s numbers reflect elite production at the highest level.

Selected highlights

• 1998 Houston Bayou Bombers, .677 BA
• 2001 Bayou City Heat, .778 BA
• 2002 Bayou City Heat, .642 BA, helped secure the Heat’s first NBBA Championship
• 2004 Bayou City Heat, .625 BA
• 2006 Bayou City Heat, .614 BA
• 2012 Bayou City Heat, .732 BA, Offensive MVP
• 2015 Bayou City Heat, .634 BA
• 2019 Bayou City Heat, .586 BA
• 2022 Bayou City Heat, .579 BA
• 2025 Bayou City Heat, .500 BA

His .642 average in 2002 was instrumental in leading Bayou City to its first NBBA World Series Championship.

Team Success

Darryl has been a key contributor to numerous successful Bayou City teams. In addition to the 2002 championship, he was part of a second place finish in 2018 and seven third place finishes, including his rookie World Series season in 1989.

His offensive consistency across decades made him one of the most feared hitters in the league.

Legacy

With ten World Series All Star honors, three Offensive MVP awards, and a career World Series batting average of .565 in recorded play, Darryl Minor stands among the elite hitters in NBBA history.

His longevity, productivity, and impact on Houston area teams across four decades define a Hall of Fame career. Additional documentation from regional and weekend tournaments would further illustrate the full scope of his achievements and contributions to the sport.