Brian Cooper
Born: 8/19/1974 in Hollywood, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1999-09-07 | Final Game: 2005-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Brian John Cooper
Biography
Brian Cooper, born in 1974, was a professional baseball pitcher who had a career spanning from 1999 to 2005. Making his debut in the late 1990s, Cooper played in an era marked by offensive prowess and the emergence of power hitters. Throughout his career, he compiled a record of 5-14, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.8. Despite not recording any saves, he contributed to his teams with a total of 75 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats and deliver crucial innings.
Cooper's playing style was characterized by a mix of determination and grit, which allowed him to compete at the highest level. Although he faced challenges during his time on the mound, he remained a reliable option for various teams. His tenure in Major League Baseball coincided with a transformative period for the sport, as teams began to prioritize specialized pitching roles and deeper bullpens. After retiring in 2005, Cooper's contributions to the game, though not marked by extensive accolades, reflect the dedication and hard work that many players exhibit during their careers.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 14 | 42 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 167.7 | 182 | 108 | 32 | 74 | 75 | 5.80 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | LAA | AL | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27.7 | 23 | 15 | 18 | 15 | 4.88 | - |
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 4 | 8 | 15 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 87.0 | 105 | 57 | 35 | 36 | 5.90 | - |
| 2001 | LAA | AL | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.7 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 2.63 | - |
| 2002 | TOR | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.3 | 14 | 13 | 4 | 3 | 14.04 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | SFG | NL | 0 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13.3 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 8.78 | - |
| 2005 | SFG | NL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.7 | 15 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 3.06 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.111 | 0.111 | 0.111 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | LAA | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 15 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | LAA | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | TOR | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | SFG | NL | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | SFG | NL | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 42 | 26 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | ANA | P | 5 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 2000 | ANA | P | 15 | 15 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| 2001 | ANA | P | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | TOR | P | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | SFN | P | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | SFN | P | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 42 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citrus College | Glendora | CA | 1993, 1994 |
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1995 |