Todd Cunningham
Born: 3/20/1989 in Jacksonville, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-07-30 | Final Game: 2016-07-25
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Thomas David Cunningham
Biography
Todd Cunningham was a professional baseball player born in 1989, whose career spanned from 2013 to 2016. Primarily serving as a position player, Cunningham made a modest impact in Major League Baseball, appearing in 67 games over the course of his career. Known for his speed and defensive versatility, he recorded 25 hits and drove in 5 runs, finishing with a batting average of .207. Despite not hitting any home runs, Cunningham showcased his ability to steal bases, successfully swiping 2 throughout his time in the league.
Cunningham's career unfolded during a period when baseball was witnessing a significant evolution in playing styles, with an increasing emphasis on power hitting and analytics. Although he did not achieve the offensive numbers often associated with stars of his era, his contributions in the field and on the base paths exemplified the skills valued by teams looking for role players who could round out a roster. After his retirement on July 25, 2016, Cunningham remained a part of the fabric of baseball history, representing a generation of players navigating the challenges of a changing game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 | 121 | 20 | 25 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 26 | 0.207 | 0.256 | 0.264 | 0.520 | -333.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | ATL | NL | 8 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | ATL | NL | 39 | 86 | 13 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 17 | 0.221 | -333.7 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 20 | 27 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.148 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 52 | 25 | 66 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | ATL | OF | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | ATL | OF | 27 | 19 | 47 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | LAA | OF | 18 | 6 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 44 |
| Center Field | 3 |
| Right Field | 7 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | ATL | NL | $507,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $507,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville State University | Jacksonville | AL | 2008, 2009, 2010 |