Scott Fletcher, baseball player, 1981-1995

Scott Fletcher

Born: 7/30/1958 in Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1981-04-25 | Final Game: 1995-09-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 168 lbs

Full name: Scott Brian Fletcher

Biography

Scott Fletcher, born in 1958, was a versatile infielder who enjoyed a productive Major League Baseball career from 1981 to 1995. Over the course of 1,612 games, Fletcher established himself as a reliable player, amassing 1,376 hits and achieving a career batting average of .262. Known for his steady presence at the plate, he contributed significantly to his teams, driving in 510 runs and hitting 34 home runs throughout his tenure. In addition to his offensive contributions, Fletcher showcased his speed on the bases, successfully stealing 99 bases during his career. Fletcher played during an era that saw significant changes in the game, including the transition from the deadball era to a more power-oriented approach in the late 1980s and early 1990s. His ability to adapt to different playing styles, combined with his defensive versatility, allowed him to perform well for several teams, including the Chicago White Sox and the Texas Rangers. As a player who embodied the characteristics of hard work and consistency, Scott Fletcher left an indelible mark on the franchises he represented, earning respect from fans and peers alike for his dedication to the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1612 5258 688 1376 243 38 34 510 99 514 541 0.262 0.332 0.342 0.674 -4616.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1983 ALCS CHA 3 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 2 0 0 0
2B 729 637 1382 2002 35 481
3B 84 39 39 91 8 10
SS 839 756 1191 2212 101 486

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Second Base 732
Third Base 81
Shortstop 839
Designated Hitter 12

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1986 Player of the Month July

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1995 DET AL $250,000
1994 BOS AL $500,000
1993 BOS AL $825,000
1992 CHA AL $400,000
1992 ML4 AL $300,000
1991 CHA AL $1,300,000
1990 CHA AL $1,000,000
1989 TEX AL $1,200,000
1988 TEX AL $575,000
1986 TEX AL $282,500
1985 CHA AL $165,000
Total Career Earnings $6,797,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Valencia Community College Orlando FL 1978
Georgia Southern University Statesboro GA 1979
University of Toledo Toledo OH 1977

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1986 Most Valuable Player AL 17th 5.0 392 0