Scott Cooper
Born: 10/13/1967 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-09-05 | Final Game: 1997-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Scott Kendrick Cooper
Biography
Scott Cooper was a professional baseball player born in 1967, who played in Major League Baseball from 1990 until his retirement in 1997. A versatile position player, Cooper appeared in 592 games throughout his career, showcasing a solid batting average of .265. He recorded 478 hits, including 33 home runs, and drove in 211 runs, establishing himself as a reliable contributor to his teams. In addition to his offensive accomplishments, he also displayed speed on the base paths with 7 stolen bases.
Cooper's career was marked by his selection as an All-Star on two occasions, highlighting his recognition as one of the notable players during the time he played. He participated in the game during an era that was characterized by offensive production and a shift towards more dynamic play styles. His contributions to the teams he played for, combined with his noteworthy achievements, have cemented his legacy in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 592 | 1801 | 197 | 478 | 94 | 12 | 33 | 211 | 7 | 193 | 299 | 0.265 | 0.337 | 0.386 | 0.723 | -979.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BOS | AL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | 14 | 35 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.457 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | BOS | AL | 123 | 337 | 34 | 93 | 21 | 0 | 5 | 33 | 1 | 37 | 33 | 0.276 | 320.0 |
| 1993 | BOS | AL | 156 | 526 | 67 | 147 | 29 | 3 | 9 | 63 | 5 | 58 | 81 | 0.279 | 366.9 |
| 1994 | BOS | AL | 104 | 369 | 49 | 104 | 16 | 4 | 13 | 53 | 0 | 30 | 65 | 0.282 | 139.8 |
| 1995 | STL | NL | 118 | 374 | 29 | 86 | 18 | 2 | 3 | 40 | 0 | 49 | 85 | 0.230 | -1143.8 |
| 1997 | KCR | AL | 75 | 159 | 12 | 32 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 32 | 0.201 | -662.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 72 | 48 | 474 | 34 | 5 | 49 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 467 | 421 | 280 | 885 | 64 | 77 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | BOS | 3B | 13 | 8 | 6 | 22 | 2 | 1 |
| 1992 | BOS | 1B | 62 | 46 | 446 | 33 | 5 | 44 |
| 1992 | BOS | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | BOS | 3B | 47 | 39 | 26 | 103 | 4 | 5 |
| 1992 | BOS | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | BOS | 1B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | BOS | 3B | 154 | 145 | 111 | 244 | 24 | 22 |
| 1993 | BOS | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | BOS | 3B | 104 | 99 | 51 | 219 | 16 | 21 |
| 1995 | SLN | 3B | 110 | 102 | 65 | 243 | 18 | 24 |
| 1997 | KCA | 1B | 8 | 2 | 27 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 1997 | KCA | 3B | 39 | 28 | 21 | 54 | 0 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 72 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 467 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | KCA | AL | $375,000 |
| 1995 | SLN | NL | $1,525,000 |
| 1994 | BOS | AL | $500,000 |
| 1993 | BOS | AL | $240,000 |
| 1992 | BOS | AL | $145,000 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | $100,000 |
| 1990 | BOS | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,985,000 | ||