Kaleb Cowart
Born: 6/2/1992 in Adelaide, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 2015-08-18 | Final Game: 2019-09-29
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Kaleb Bryant Cowart
Biography
Kaleb Cowart, born in 1992, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player from 2015 to 2019. He made his Major League Baseball debut with the Los Angeles Angels, where he showcased his versatility on the field. Over the course of his career, Cowart appeared in 171 games, accumulating a total of 65 hits, 6 home runs, and 34 RBIs. His batting average settled at .176, reflecting the challenges he faced at the plate during his time in the league. Additionally, Cowart displayed some speed on the bases, recording 7 stolen bases throughout his career.
Emerging during a period marked by significant offensive output across the league, Cowart's career was characterized by the difficulties many young players encountered as they adjusted to the rigors of Major League competition. Despite not achieving the statistical success that often defines a standout player, Cowart’s contributions to his teams and his journey through the minors and majors highlighted the often-overlooked perseverance required in professional baseball. After his retirement, he remained a part of baseball’s rich tapestry, serving as a reminder of the many paths players take in pursuit of their dreams.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 171 | 370 | 42 | 65 | 21 | 2 | 6 | 34 | 7 | 26 | 121 | 0.176 | 0.238 | 0.292 | 0.530 | -1690.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | LAA | AL | 34 | 46 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 19 | 0.174 | -193.7 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 31 | 85 | 8 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 0.176 | -605.8 |
| 2017 | LAA | AL | 50 | 102 | 18 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 4 | 10 | 28 | 0.225 | -120.0 |
| 2018 | LAA | AL | 47 | 112 | 7 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 10 | 44 | 0.134 | -770.9 |
| 2019 | LAA | AL | 9 | 25 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 4 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 2B | 62 | 53 | 85 | 136 | 4 | 40 |
| 3B | 108 | 40 | 31 | 119 | 3 | 11 |
| OF | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 5 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | LAA | 3B | 33 | 13 | 10 | 40 | 2 | 4 |
| 2016 | LAA | 1B | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | LAA | 2B | 15 | 13 | 21 | 29 | 2 | 8 |
| 2016 | LAA | 3B | 21 | 9 | 8 | 30 | 1 | 3 |
| 2017 | LAA | 2B | 30 | 26 | 35 | 76 | 2 | 21 |
| 2017 | LAA | 3B | 24 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | LAA | 1B | 5 | 3 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 2018 | LAA | 2B | 14 | 12 | 24 | 28 | 0 | 9 |
| 2018 | LAA | 3B | 24 | 12 | 6 | 31 | 0 | 3 |
| 2018 | LAA | SS | 5 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 2018 | LAA | OF | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | LAA | 2B | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 | LAA | 3B | 6 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 6 |
| Second Base | 62 |
| Third Base | 108 |
| Shortstop | 5 |
| Left Field | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |