Shooty Babitt, baseball player, 1981-1981

Shooty Babitt

Born: 3/9/1959 in Oakland, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1981-04-09 | Final Game: 1981-09-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 174 lbs

Full name: Mack Neal Babitt

Biography

Shooty Babitt, born in 1959, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1981 to 1981. Primarily known as a position player, Babitt played a total of 54 games in Major League Baseball. He made his mark as a versatile athlete, finishing his brief career with a batting average of .256, which included 40 hits and 14 runs batted in (RBIs). His ability to contribute on the base paths was evident as he recorded 5 stolen bases during his time in the league. Although Babitt did not hit any home runs throughout his career, his playing style was characterized by speed and solid contact hitting, traits that were particularly valuable in the game during the early 1980s. His tenure occurred during a transitional period in baseball, marked by shifts in player development and the increasing emphasis on athleticism. Babitt's contributions, while not prolific in terms of statistics, reflected the essential role of utility players in supporting team dynamics and depth. Despite the brevity of his career, he remains a noted figure for fans who appreciate the rich tapestry of Major League Baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
54 156 10 40 1 3 0 14 5 13 13 0.256 0.314 0.301 0.615 -258.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 52 44 84 125 6 12

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 52

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1981 Rookie of the Year AL 5th 4.0 140 0