Don Cooper
Born: 1/15/1956 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-04-09 | Final Game: 1985-06-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Donald James Cooper
Biography
Don Cooper, born in 1956, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1981 to 1985. He played in Major League Baseball primarily for the Chicago White Sox. Throughout his time in the league, Cooper showcased his abilities on the mound, finishing his career with a record of 1-6 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.27. He struck out 47 batters during his tenure, contributing to his team's efforts despite not recording any saves.
Cooper's playing style reflected the transitional era of the early 1980s, a time marked by a blend of developing talent and established stars. Though his career in the majors was relatively brief, he later became known for his contributions to baseball as a coach and instructor. His understanding of pitching mechanics and player development helped shape the careers of many young athletes, leaving a lasting impact on the game beyond his playing days.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 44 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 85.3 | 95 | 50 | 14 | 46 | 47 | 5.27 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | MIN | AL | 1 | 5 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 58.7 | 61 | 28 | 32 | 33 | 4.30 | -2335.7 |
| 1982 | MIN | AL | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.3 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 5 | 9.53 | -250.8 |
| 1983 | TOR | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.3 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 6.75 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 5.40 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | MIN | AL | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | MIN | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | TOR | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | NYY | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 44 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | MIN | P | 27 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | MIN | P | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | TOR | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | NYA | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 44 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Institute of Technology | Old Westbury | NY | 1975, 1976, 1977 |