Tanner Gers

2026 World Series

In 2026, Tanner Gers competed for BSO Philly Fire, recording 3 at-bats, 1 runs and a .333 batting average.

Career Overview

Since making his World Series debut in 2008, Tanner Gers has developed into one of the most productive and consistent hitters in NBBA history. A dynamic offensive force capable of changing a game within a single inning, he has paired elite batting with steady defensive contributions across nearly two decades of competition.

Tanner began with the Colorado Storm in 2008, immediately announcing himself by batting .676 and earning Offensive All Star honors in his rookie World Series. After a season with the Southwest Slammers in 2009, he found long term success with the Bayou City Heat, where he has played the majority of his career from 2011 forward. In 2018 he competed with the Indy Edge before returning to Bayou City, where he continued to anchor the lineup through 2025.

World Series Career Highlights

Tanner’s production at the sport’s highest level reflects both durability and sustained dominance.

Career Totals

16 World Series appearances

115 games played

549 at bats

356 runs scored

110 putouts

.648 career batting average

He has batted .700 or higher four times and .600 or higher in nine separate World Series. Very few players in league history have maintained that level of offensive consistency over such a long span.

World Series All Star Honors

Tanner has earned eight World Series Offensive All Star selections, including three Offensive MVP awards.

• 2008 Offense, .676, Houston
• 2011 Offensive MVP, .667, Indianapolis
• 2013 Offensive MVP, .756, Columbus
• 2014 Offense, .750, Rochester
• 2015 Offense, .809, Rochester
• 2016 Offensive MVP, .700, Ames
• 2023 Offense, .788, Norman
• 2024 Offense, .651, St. Charles

These honors span 16 years, demonstrating that his excellence is not limited to a single peak but extends across eras.

Signature Performances

Several tournaments stand out as among the most efficient offensive performances in modern NBBA history.

In 2015, Tanner delivered one of the most dominant showings on record, batting .809 with 38 runs in 47 at bats.

In 2013, he hit .756 while earning Offensive MVP honors.

In 2016, he again claimed Offensive MVP with a .700 average.

In 2023, he elevated his performance once more, batting .788 with 41 runs in 52 at bats.

Across multiple seasons, he has demonstrated the ability to carry an offense deep into championship bracket play.

Defensive Impact

While widely known for his bat, Tanner has quietly contributed strong defensive value throughout his career. He has recorded 98 career World Series putouts, including 23 in 2024 alone.

In both 2024 and 2025, he averaged more than two putouts per game, underscoring his continued all around value and athletic durability.

Continued Excellence

Even deep into his career, Tanner’s numbers remain elite. In 2019 he batted .694. In 2024 he hit .651. In 2025 he added a .593 mark with 14 putouts in seven games.

Already enshrined in the NBBA Hall of Fame, Tanner Gers continues to build on one of the most accomplished offensive careers in league history through the 2026 season. Durable, explosive, and relentlessly consistent, he represents sustained excellence at the highest level of beep baseball.