Lyle Mouton
Born: 5/13/1969 in Lafayette, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-06-07 | Final Game: 2001-05-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 240 lbs
Full name: Lyle Joseph Mouton
Biography
Lyle Mouton was a professional baseball player born in 1969, who played as a position player from 1995 to 2001. Over the course of his career, Mouton appeared in 328 games, showcasing his skills primarily in the outfield. He finished his playing days with a batting average of .280, accumulating a total of 225 hits, including 22 home runs and 116 runs batted in (RBIs). His ability to contribute offensively was complemented by his speed on the bases, where he successfully stole 9 bases.
Mouton played during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, characterized by offensive explosions and an increasing focus on power hitting. While he may not have achieved the stardom of some contemporaries, his consistent performance and versatility made him a valuable player for the teams he represented. Mouton's contributions to the game reflected the evolving dynamics of baseball in the late 1990s, as players adapted to both the demands of a more competitive landscape and the excitement of a fanbase eager for thrilling play.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328 | 805 | 96 | 225 | 43 | 2 | 22 | 116 | 9 | 71 | 209 | 0.280 | 0.339 | 0.420 | 0.759 | 85.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CHW | AL | 58 | 179 | 23 | 54 | 16 | 0 | 5 | 27 | 1 | 19 | 46 | 0.302 | 416.2 |
| 1996 | CHW | AL | 87 | 214 | 25 | 63 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 39 | 3 | 22 | 50 | 0.294 | 198.0 |
| 1997 | CHW | AL | 88 | 242 | 26 | 65 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 23 | 4 | 14 | 66 | 0.269 | -522.0 |
| 1998 | BAL | AL | 18 | 39 | 5 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | 14 | 17 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.176 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | MIL | NL | 42 | 97 | 14 | 27 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 16 | 1 | 10 | 29 | 0.278 | -7.0 |
| 2001 | MIA | NL | 21 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.059 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 224 | 170 | 348 | 12 | 8 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CHA | OF | 53 | 48 | 93 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 | CHA | OF | 47 | 32 | 64 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | CHA | OF | 67 | 56 | 126 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1998 | BAL | OF | 16 | 11 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | MIL | OF | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | MIL | OF | 27 | 19 | 41 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 | FLO | OF | 11 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 102 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 136 |
| Designated Hitter | 43 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | FLO | NL | $350,000 |
| 2000 | MIL | NL | $275,000 |
| 1997 | CHA | AL | $225,000 |
| 1996 | CHA | AL | $135,000 |
| 1995 | CHA | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,094,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University | Baton Rouge | LA | 1990, 1991 |