Chip Coulter
Born: 6/5/1945 in Steubenville, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-09-18 | Final Game: 1969-10-01
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 172 lbs
Full name: Thomas Lee Coulter
Biography
Chip Coulter, born in 1945, was a professional baseball player who made a brief but notable mark in Major League Baseball during the late 1960s. His career spanned from September 18, 1969, to October 1, 1969, where he played primarily as a position player. Over the course of six games, Coulter showcased his hitting ability, finishing with a batting average of .316. He recorded six hits, contributing four runs batted in, and while he did not hit any home runs, his solid performance underscored his potential as a competent offensive player during the era.
Coulter's time in the MLB was short-lived, yet it came during a transformative period for baseball, characterized by a shift towards increased power hitting and a growing emphasis on athleticism. Despite his limited opportunities, Coulter's ability to produce during his brief stint is a testament to his skills at the plate, leaving a lasting impression on fans and historians alike. His career statistics reflect a player who made the most of his chances, and his contributions, albeit in a small sample size, remain a part of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 19 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.316 | 0.381 | 0.474 | 0.855 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | STL | NL | 6 | 19 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.316 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 6 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 1 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | SLN | 2B | 6 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 1 | 5 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 6 |