Scott Livingstone
Born: 7/15/1965 in Dallas, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-07-19 | Final Game: 1998-09-26
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Scott Louis Livingstone
Biography
Scott Livingstone, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a commendable career from 1991 to 1998. Primarily playing as a position player, Livingstone appeared in 673 games during his time in Major League Baseball, showcasing his versatility and commitment to the game. He finished his career with a solid batting average of .281, accumulating 431 hits and 177 RBIs, alongside 17 home runs. Known for his reliable hitting and solid defensive skills, Livingstone contributed significantly to the teams he played for, which included the Detroit Tigers and the San Diego Padres.
Livingstone's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by both the evolution of player performance and the growing emphasis on offensive statistics. Despite the competitive landscape, he carved out a niche for himself as a dependable player who could deliver in clutch situations. With 10 stolen bases to his name, he also demonstrated a capacity for speed on the basepaths, adding another dimension to his game. While he may not have achieved the superstar status of some of his contemporaries, Livingstone's consistent performance and work ethic earned him respect within the sport, and he remains a noteworthy figure in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 673 | 1533 | 163 | 431 | 76 | 4 | 17 | 177 | 10 | 89 | 189 | 0.281 | 0.317 | 0.369 | 0.686 | -1376.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | DET | AL | 44 | 127 | 19 | 37 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 10 | 25 | 0.291 | 40.3 |
| 1992 | DET | AL | 117 | 354 | 43 | 100 | 21 | 0 | 4 | 46 | 1 | 21 | 36 | 0.282 | -108.9 |
| 1993 | DET | AL | 98 | 304 | 39 | 89 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 39 | 1 | 19 | 32 | 0.293 | -420.4 |
| 1994 | DET | AL | 15 | 23 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.217 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | SDP | NL | 57 | 180 | 11 | 49 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 6 | 22 | 0.272 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | SDP | NL | 99 | 196 | 26 | 66 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 2 | 15 | 22 | 0.337 | 565.5 |
| 1996 | SDP | NL | 102 | 172 | 20 | 51 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 20 | 0 | 9 | 22 | 0.297 | -293.1 |
| 1997 | SDP | NL | 23 | 26 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | STL | NL | 42 | 41 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | WSN | NL | 76 | 110 | 1 | 23 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 0.209 | -743.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | NLDS2 | SDN | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 75 | 56 | 467 | 29 | 5 | 46 |
| 2B | 5 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 319 | 260 | 165 | 498 | 29 | 35 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | DET | 3B | 43 | 36 | 32 | 67 | 2 | 6 |
| 1992 | DET | 3B | 112 | 90 | 67 | 189 | 10 | 15 |
| 1993 | DET | 3B | 62 | 59 | 33 | 94 | 6 | 6 |
| 1994 | DET | 1B | 5 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | DET | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | SDN | 3B | 50 | 47 | 20 | 78 | 6 | 6 |
| 1995 | SDN | 1B | 43 | 39 | 297 | 17 | 3 | 25 |
| 1995 | SDN | 2B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | SDN | 3B | 13 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | SDN | 1B | 22 | 15 | 138 | 10 | 1 | 15 |
| 1996 | SDN | 3B | 16 | 12 | 5 | 24 | 1 | 2 |
| 1997 | SDN | 1B | 2 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | SDN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | SDN | 3B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | SLN | 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | SLN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | MON | 1B | 3 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 1998 | MON | 3B | 17 | 11 | 6 | 24 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 74 |
| Second Base | 5 |
| Third Base | 320 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 43 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | MON | NL | $250,000 |
| 1997 | SDN | NL | $600,000 |
| 1996 | SDN | NL | $550,000 |
| 1995 | SDN | NL | $475,000 |
| 1994 | DET | AL | $365,000 |
| 1993 | DET | AL | $230,000 |
| 1992 | DET | AL | $120,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,590,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M University | College Station | TX | 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 |