Milt Cuyler
Born: 10/7/1968 in Macon, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-09-06 | Final Game: 1998-09-27
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Milton Cuyler
Biography
Milt Cuyler was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1990 to 1998. Born in 1968, Cuyler played primarily as an outfielder, participating in a total of 490 games during his career. He was known for his speed on the base paths, finishing with 77 stolen bases, which showcased his ability to impact the game beyond just hitting.
Over his career, Cuyler recorded 329 hits, including 10 home runs, and drove in 119 runs, resulting in a batting average of .237. While he may not have been a household name, he contributed to several teams during his tenure, including the Detroit Tigers and the Chicago Cubs. Cuyler's playing style reflected the transitional nature of baseball in the 1990s, as teams increasingly valued speed and versatility. His legacy is that of a reliable role player who exemplified the grit and determination found in the sport during an era marked by both power hitters and emerging speedsters.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 490 | 1386 | 227 | 329 | 47 | 23 | 10 | 119 | 77 | 121 | 273 | 0.237 | 0.305 | 0.326 | 0.631 | -3392.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | DET | AL | 19 | 51 | 8 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 0.255 | -58.1 |
| 1991 | DET | AL | 154 | 475 | 77 | 122 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 33 | 41 | 52 | 92 | 0.257 | -351.1 |
| 1992 | DET | AL | 89 | 291 | 39 | 70 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 28 | 8 | 10 | 62 | 0.241 | -829.7 |
| 1993 | DET | AL | 82 | 249 | 46 | 53 | 11 | 7 | 0 | 19 | 13 | 19 | 53 | 0.213 | -974.9 |
| 1994 | DET | AL | 48 | 116 | 20 | 28 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 21 | 0.241 | -359.6 |
| 1995 | DET | AL | 41 | 88 | 15 | 18 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 0.205 | -389.0 |
| 1996 | BOS | AL | 50 | 110 | 19 | 22 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 7 | 13 | 19 | 0.200 | -429.9 |
| 1998 | TEX | AL | 7 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 466 | 396 | 1129 | 18 | 27 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | DET | OF | 17 | 17 | 38 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | DET | OF | 151 | 136 | 411 | 7 | 6 | 3 |
| 1992 | DET | OF | 89 | 85 | 232 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| 1993 | DET | OF | 80 | 67 | 211 | 2 | 7 | 1 |
| 1994 | DET | OF | 45 | 33 | 78 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 | DET | OF | 36 | 23 | 50 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 1996 | BOS | OF | 45 | 34 | 104 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 1998 | TEX | OF | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 47 |
| Center Field | 399 |
| Right Field | 31 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | BOS | AL | $242,500 |
| 1995 | DET | AL | $340,000 |
| 1994 | DET | AL | $275,000 |
| 1993 | DET | AL | $275,000 |
| 1992 | DET | AL | $230,000 |
| 1991 | DET | AL | $100,000 |
| 1990 | DET | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,562,500 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 22.0 | 140 | 1 |