Milt Cuyler, baseball player, 1990-1998

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

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

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