Tim Costo
Born: 2/16/1969 in Melrose Park, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-09-18 | Final Game: 1993-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Timothy Roger Costo
Biography
Tim Costo, born in 1969, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1992 to 1993. Over the course of his brief career, Costo appeared in 43 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a utility player. He recorded 30 hits, including 3 home runs, and drove in 14 runs, finishing with a batting average of .224. Despite not being known for his speed, he did not accumulate any stolen bases during his time in the league.
Costo's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by an increasing emphasis on power hitting and offensive production. While he did not achieve the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the depth and versatility that position players often provided during this period. His journey through the major leagues, though brief, remains a testament to the hard work and dedication required to reach the highest levels of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 134 | 16 | 30 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 9 | 23 | 0.224 | 0.267 | 0.343 | 0.610 | -315.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | CIN | NL | 12 | 36 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | CIN | NL | 31 | 98 | 13 | 22 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 0.224 | -315.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 14 | 11 | 86 | 9 | 0 | 15 |
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 26 | 26 | 49 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | CIN | 1B | 12 | 10 | 84 | 8 | 0 | 15 |
| 1993 | CIN | 1B | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | CIN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | CIN | OF | 26 | 26 | 49 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 14 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 11 |
| Right Field | 16 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CIN | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $109,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa | Iowa City | IA | 1988, 1989, 1990 |