Cecil Espy
Born: 1/20/1963 in San Diego, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1983-09-02 | Final Game: 1993-06-13
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Cecil Edward Espy
Biography
Cecil Espy, born in 1963, was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1983 to 1993. Over the course of his career, he played in 546 games, accumulating 304 hits, including 7 home runs, and driving in 108 runs, while maintaining a batting average of .244. Espy was known for his speed on the bases, successfully stealing 103 bases, which showcased his ability to disrupt opposing defenses and create scoring opportunities for his team.
Espy's playing style embodied the athleticism and hustle characteristic of the late 1980s and early 1990s baseball era, where speed and agility were highly valued. He contributed to several teams throughout his career, adapting to various roles and making a significant impact as a reliable outfielder and baserunner. While he may not have been a superstar, his contributions and work ethic left a lasting impression on teammates and fans alike, reflecting the spirit of competition during a transformative period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 546 | 1248 | 160 | 304 | 43 | 16 | 7 | 108 | 103 | 104 | 277 | 0.244 | 0.301 | 0.321 | 0.622 | -2455.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | LAD | NL | 20 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 14 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 123 | 347 | 46 | 86 | 17 | 6 | 2 | 39 | 33 | 20 | 83 | 0.248 | -648.9 |
| 1989 | TEX | AL | 142 | 475 | 65 | 122 | 12 | 7 | 3 | 31 | 45 | 38 | 99 | 0.257 | -651.2 |
| 1990 | TEX | AL | 52 | 71 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 10 | 20 | 0.127 | -572.0 |
| 1991 | PIT | NL | 43 | 82 | 7 | 20 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 4 | 5 | 17 | 0.244 | -215.2 |
| 1992 | PIT | NL | 112 | 194 | 21 | 50 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 20 | 6 | 15 | 40 | 0.258 | -272.8 |
| 1993 | CIN | NL | 40 | 60 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 14 | 13 | 0.233 | -94.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.400 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | NLCS | PIT | 4 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.667 |
| 1991 | NLCS | PIT | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 428 | 260 | 714 | 23 | 17 | 5 |
| SS | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | LAN | OF | 15 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | TEX | OF | 8 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1988 | TEX | C | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | TEX | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | TEX | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | TEX | SS | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1988 | TEX | OF | 98 | 79 | 196 | 10 | 6 | 0 |
| 1989 | TEX | OF | 133 | 109 | 281 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 1990 | TEX | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | TEX | OF | 39 | 16 | 56 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | PIT | OF | 35 | 17 | 54 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| 1992 | PIT | OF | 82 | 25 | 83 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1993 | CIN | OF | 18 | 11 | 25 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 2 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 2 |
| Shortstop | 3 |
| Left Field | 95 |
| Center Field | 263 |
| Right Field | 89 |
| Designated Hitter | 19 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CIN | NL | $400,000 |
| 1992 | PIT | NL | $250,000 |
| 1990 | TEX | AL | $162,500 |
| 1989 | TEX | AL | $97,500 |
| 1988 | TEX | AL | $62,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $972,500 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 8th | 1.0 | 140 | 0 |