Ron Coomer
Born: 11/18/1966 in Crest Hill, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-08-01 | Final Game: 2003-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Ronald Bryan Coomer
Biography
Ron Coomer was a professional baseball player born in 1966, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2003. Playing primarily as a position player, Coomer participated in 911 games over the course of his career. He was known for his solid hitting ability, finishing with a career batting average of .274, and amassing 827 hits, including 92 home runs and 449 RBIs. Additionally, Coomer demonstrated an all-around offensive skill set, contributing 13 stolen bases during his time in the league. His performance earned him a selection to the All-Star Game, showcasing his status as one of the prominent players during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Coomer played for several teams, including the Chicago Cubs and the Minnesota Twins, where he became a fan favorite for his work ethic and competitive spirit. His career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport began to embrace a more power-oriented approach. While not known for overwhelming speed or power, Coomer's consistent batting and ability to drive in runs made him a valuable asset to his teams. Following his retirement from playing in 2003, Coomer transitioned into a career in broadcasting, where he continued to share his passion for the game with fans.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 911 | 3019 | 333 | 827 | 151 | 8 | 92 | 449 | 13 | 177 | 429 | 0.274 | 0.313 | 0.421 | 0.734 | -3235.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 37 | 101 | 15 | 26 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 19 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 0.257 | 50.7 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | 95 | 233 | 34 | 69 | 12 | 1 | 12 | 41 | 3 | 17 | 24 | 0.296 | 424.9 |
| 1997 | MIN | AL | 140 | 523 | 63 | 156 | 30 | 2 | 13 | 85 | 4 | 22 | 91 | 0.298 | -80.2 |
| 1998 | MIN | AL | 137 | 529 | 54 | 146 | 22 | 1 | 15 | 72 | 2 | 18 | 72 | 0.276 | -965.0 |
| 1999 | MIN | AL | 127 | 467 | 53 | 123 | 25 | 1 | 16 | 65 | 2 | 30 | 69 | 0.263 | -702.2 |
| 2000 | MIN | AL | 140 | 544 | 64 | 147 | 29 | 1 | 16 | 82 | 2 | 36 | 50 | 0.270 | -826.8 |
| 2001 | CHC | NL | 111 | 349 | 25 | 91 | 19 | 1 | 8 | 53 | 0 | 29 | 70 | 0.261 | -534.6 |
| 2002 | NYY | AL | 55 | 148 | 14 | 39 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 6 | 23 | 0.264 | -331.2 |
| 2003 | LAD | NL | 69 | 125 | 11 | 30 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 19 | 0.240 | -271.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | ALDS1 | NYA | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 408 | 316 | 2626 | 234 | 12 | 269 |
| 3B | 391 | 354 | 216 | 614 | 33 | 56 |
| OF | 35 | 25 | 48 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | MIN | 1B | 22 | 18 | 131 | 13 | 1 | 13 |
| 1995 | MIN | 3B | 13 | 10 | 6 | 19 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 | MIN | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | MIN | 1B | 57 | 36 | 244 | 39 | 2 | 26 |
| 1996 | MIN | 3B | 9 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | MIN | OF | 23 | 17 | 29 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | MIN | 1B | 9 | 3 | 40 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1997 | MIN | 3B | 119 | 116 | 66 | 216 | 10 | 20 |
| 1997 | MIN | OF | 7 | 7 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 1998 | MIN | 1B | 54 | 39 | 371 | 34 | 1 | 32 |
| 1998 | MIN | 3B | 75 | 75 | 56 | 116 | 5 | 9 |
| 1998 | MIN | OF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | MIN | 1B | 71 | 63 | 518 | 47 | 2 | 57 |
| 1999 | MIN | 3B | 57 | 46 | 24 | 101 | 4 | 9 |
| 1999 | MIN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | MIN | 1B | 124 | 122 | 1020 | 67 | 5 | 102 |
| 2000 | MIN | 3B | 5 | 4 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 | CHN | 1B | 36 | 14 | 136 | 13 | 0 | 19 |
| 2001 | CHN | 3B | 76 | 72 | 43 | 101 | 7 | 11 |
| 2002 | NYA | 1B | 11 | 6 | 60 | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| 2002 | NYA | 3B | 26 | 22 | 12 | 33 | 6 | 2 |
| 2003 | LAN | 1B | 24 | 15 | 106 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 2003 | LAN | 3B | 11 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 408 |
| Third Base | 391 |
| Right Field | 35 |
| Designated Hitter | 63 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | NYA | AL | $750,000 |
| 2001 | CHN | NL | $1,100,000 |
| 2000 | MIN | AL | $1,500,000 |
| 1999 | MIN | AL | $1,150,000 |
| 1998 | MIN | AL | $325,000 |
| 1997 | MIN | AL | $170,000 |
| 1996 | MIN | AL | $122,500 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,226,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taft College | Taft | CA | 1986, 1987 |