Buck Coats
Born: 6/9/1982 in Fort Benning, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 2006-08-22 | Final Game: 2008-04-11
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Biography
Buck Coats was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2006 to 2008. Born in 1982, Coats made his MLB debut on August 22, 2006, and continued to be active until April 11, 2008. Throughout his brief career, he appeared in 46 games, where he recorded 11 hits, including one home run, and drove in three runs. His batting average settled at .193, and he contributed one stolen base to his teams.
Coats' career unfolded during a period marked by a blend of traditional baseball dynamics and the evolving strategies of modern play. While he faced stiff competition, he showcased his skills at the major league level, embodying the determination and resilience characterizing many players of his era. Although his time in the spotlight was short, Coats' journey through professional baseball reflects the challenges and aspirations of those who strive to make their mark in America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46 | 57 | 4 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 23 | 0.193 | 0.242 | 0.333 | 0.575 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | CHC | NL | 18 | 18 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | CIN | NL | 20 | 34 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0.206 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | TOR | AL | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 23 | 6 | 27 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | CHN | OF | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | CIN | OF | 12 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | TOR | OF | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 12 |
| Center Field | 5 |
| Right Field | 6 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | TOR | AL | $392,100 |
| Total Career Earnings | $392,100 | ||