Matthew Cepicky
Born: 11/10/1977 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-07-31 | Final Game: 2006-05-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Matthew William Cepicky
Biography
Matthew Cepicky, born in 1977, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player primarily in the outfield during his career from 2002 to 2006. He made his Major League Baseball debut on July 31, 2002, and concluded his playing days on May 2, 2006. Over the course of his career, Cepicky appeared in 89 games, where he recorded 39 hits, including 4 home runs, and drove in 21 runs while maintaining a batting average of .211. In addition to his offensive contributions, he also showcased his speed on the base paths with 1 stolen base.
Cepicky's playing career unfolded during a transformative time in baseball, marked by the rise of offensive prowess and a focus on power hitting. Despite his relatively brief time in the majors, he demonstrated the tenacity and skill that characterized many players of his era. His contributions to the teams he played for, though modest in terms of statistics, reflect the depth of talent that often goes unnoticed in the stat sheets. After his retirement, Cepicky's journey through professional baseball serves as a reminder of the dedication and hard work required to reach the highest levels of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 | 185 | 12 | 39 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 1 | 7 | 53 | 0.211 | 0.240 | 0.335 | 0.575 | -499.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | WSN | NL | 32 | 74 | 7 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 0.216 | -208.6 |
| 2003 | WSN | NL | 5 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | WSN | NL | 32 | 60 | 4 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 0.217 | -291.3 |
| 2005 | WAS | NL | 11 | 25 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.240 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | MIA | NL | 9 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 44 | 35 | 72 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | MON | OF | 17 | 14 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | MON | OF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | MON | OF | 11 | 10 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | WAS | OF | 6 | 6 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | FLO | OF | 6 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 34 |
| Right Field | 10 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri State University | Springfield | MO | 1997, 1998, 1999 |