Scott Leius
Born: 9/24/1965 in Yonkers, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-09-03 | Final Game: 1999-07-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Scott Thomas Leius
Biography
Scott Leius was a professional baseball player born in 1965, whose career spanned from 1990 to July 3, 1999. A versatile infielder known for his defensive skills and contributions off the bench, Leius played a total of 557 games in Major League Baseball. He recorded 375 hits during his career, including 28 home runs and 172 runs batted in, with a batting average of .244. Additionally, Leius showcased his speed on the bases, accumulating 16 stolen bases.
Leius made his mark in an era characterized by the emergence of power hitters and evolving offensive strategies. While not primarily known for his offensive prowess, he provided valuable depth to the teams he played for, including notable stints with the Minnesota Twins and the New York Yankees. His ability to contribute in key situations and his reliability as a role player helped him carve out a niche in the highly competitive environment of Major League Baseball during the 1990s. Leius's career reflects the importance of versatility and teamwork in achieving success at the highest level of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 557 | 1536 | 214 | 375 | 63 | 10 | 28 | 172 | 16 | 161 | 236 | 0.244 | 0.316 | 0.353 | 0.669 | -1647.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | MIN | AL | 14 | 25 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.240 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | MIN | AL | 109 | 199 | 35 | 57 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 20 | 5 | 30 | 35 | 0.286 | 553.7 |
| 1992 | MIN | AL | 129 | 409 | 50 | 102 | 18 | 2 | 2 | 35 | 6 | 34 | 61 | 0.249 | -772.1 |
| 1993 | MIN | AL | 10 | 18 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | MIN | AL | 97 | 350 | 57 | 86 | 16 | 1 | 14 | 49 | 2 | 37 | 58 | 0.246 | -266.5 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | 117 | 372 | 51 | 92 | 16 | 5 | 4 | 45 | 2 | 49 | 54 | 0.247 | -651.1 |
| 1996 | CLE | AL | 27 | 43 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.140 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 17 | 46 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.174 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | KCR | AL | 37 | 74 | 8 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 0.203 | -511.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 18 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0.278 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | WS | MIN | 7 | 14 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0.357 |
| 1991 | ALCS | MIN | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 20 | 11 | 100 | 8 | 3 | 14 |
| 2B | 7 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 3B | 445 | 377 | 240 | 762 | 48 | 66 |
| OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 63 | 21 | 50 | 90 | 2 | 25 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | MIN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | MIN | SS | 12 | 8 | 20 | 25 | 0 | 10 |
| 1991 | MIN | 3B | 79 | 46 | 41 | 100 | 7 | 8 |
| 1991 | MIN | SS | 19 | 6 | 15 | 29 | 0 | 7 |
| 1991 | MIN | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | MIN | 3B | 125 | 117 | 58 | 257 | 15 | 12 |
| 1992 | MIN | SS | 10 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | MIN | SS | 9 | 7 | 10 | 26 | 2 | 7 |
| 1994 | MIN | 3B | 95 | 92 | 63 | 185 | 8 | 14 |
| 1994 | MIN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | MIN | 3B | 112 | 102 | 60 | 182 | 14 | 27 |
| 1995 | MIN | SS | 7 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | CLE | 1B | 7 | 4 | 39 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 | CLE | 2B | 6 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 1996 | CLE | 3B | 8 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | KCA | 3B | 15 | 11 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 2 |
| 1998 | KCA | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | KCA | 1B | 13 | 7 | 61 | 6 | 2 | 13 |
| 1999 | KCA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | KCA | 3B | 10 | 5 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 3 |
| 1999 | KCA | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 20 |
| Second Base | 7 |
| Third Base | 445 |
| Shortstop | 63 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 11 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | KCA | AL | $200,000 |
| 1998 | KCA | AL | $180,000 |
| 1996 | CLE | AL | $300,000 |
| 1995 | MIN | AL | $760,000 |
| 1994 | MIN | AL | $275,000 |
| 1993 | MIN | AL | $275,000 |
| 1992 | MIN | AL | $175,000 |
| 1990 | MIN | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,265,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia College-Bronxville | Bronxville | NY | 1984, 1985, 1986 |