Scott Karl
Born: 8/9/1971 in Fontana, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-05-04 | Final Game: 2000-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Randall Scott Karl
Biography
Scott Karl, born in 1971, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2000. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 54-56 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.81. Known for his competitive spirit and durability on the mound, Karl struck out a total of 513 batters throughout his time in the league. Despite not recording any saves, he was a reliable presence in various pitching rotations, often called upon to start games and provide critical innings for his teams.
Karl's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by the increasing offensive output of the late 1990s. He played for several teams, contributing to the evolving strategies of pitching amidst the heightened emphasis on power hitting. His ability to generate strikeouts showcased his skill in overpowering hitters, a trait that was particularly valued during this era. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Scott Karl remains a notable figure for his contributions on the mound and for embodying the resilience required of a pitcher during a dynamic time in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 | 56 | 178 | 161 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1002.0 | 1164 | 536 | 120 | 369 | 513 | 4.81 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ATL | AL | 6 | 7 | 25 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 124.0 | 141 | 57 | 50 | 59 | 4.14 | - |
| 1996 | ATL | AL | 13 | 9 | 32 | 32 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 207.3 | 220 | 112 | 72 | 121 | 4.86 | - |
| 1997 | ATL | AL | 10 | 13 | 32 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 193.3 | 212 | 96 | 67 | 119 | 4.47 | - |
| 1998 | MIL | NL | 10 | 11 | 33 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 192.3 | 219 | 94 | 66 | 102 | 4.40 | -790.4 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | 11 | 11 | 33 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 197.7 | 246 | 105 | 69 | 74 | 4.78 | -1164.9 |
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 2 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21.7 | 31 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6.65 | - |
| 2000 | COL | NL | 2 | 3 | 17 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 65.7 | 95 | 56 | 33 | 29 | 7.68 | -3157.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 179 | 134 | 11 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 42 | 0.142 | 0.194 | 0.216 | 0.411 | -1043.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ATL | AL | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | ATL | AL | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | ATL | AL | 32 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | MIL | NL | 34 | 56 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 0.071 | -681.0 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | 33 | 60 | 5 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0.183 | -362.6 |
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | 17 | 14 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 178 | 161 | 49 | 171 | 16 | 19 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ML4 | P | 25 | 18 | 5 | 21 | 3 | 3 |
| 1996 | ML4 | P | 32 | 32 | 13 | 27 | 3 | 2 |
| 1997 | ML4 | P | 32 | 32 | 5 | 28 | 4 | 5 |
| 1998 | MIL | P | 33 | 33 | 12 | 38 | 0 | 3 |
| 1999 | MIL | P | 33 | 33 | 10 | 44 | 4 | 4 |
| 2000 | ANA | P | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | COL | P | 17 | 9 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 178 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | COL | NL | $625,000 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | $3,700,000 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | $2,900,000 |
| 1998 | MIL | NL | $800,000 |
| 1997 | ML4 | AL | $250,000 |
| 1996 | ML4 | AL | $155,000 |
| 1995 | ML4 | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $8,539,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaii at Manoa | Honolulu | HI | 1990, 1991, 1992 |