Everett Scott
Born: 11/19/1892 in Bluffton, IN, USA
Died: 11/2/1960 in Fort Wayne, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-04-14 | Final Game: 1926-07-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 148 lbs
Full name: Lewis Everett Scott
Biography
Everett Scott was a prominent American baseball player whose career spanned from 1914 to 1926. Born in 1892, Scott made his mark in Major League Baseball as a position player, showcasing notable consistency and durability throughout his time on the field. Over the course of 1,654 games, he accumulated 1,455 hits, contributing to a respectable batting average of .249. Known for his steady presence, Scott drove in 551 runs and belted 20 home runs, while also demonstrating speed with 69 stolen bases, which was quite significant for his era.
Scott played during a transformative period in the game, navigating the transition from the deadball era to a time when offensive production began to take center stage. His playing style combined a solid defensive ability with an adequate offensive output, making him a key figure on the teams he represented. Scott's contributions extended beyond just statistics; he was known for his leadership and work ethic, which left a lasting impression on his teammates and fans alike. With a career that bridged the early 20th century, Scott remains a noteworthy figure in baseball history, remembered for his contributions to the game during a pivotal time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1654 | 5837 | 552 | 1455 | 208 | 58 | 20 | 551 | 69 | 243 | 282 | 0.249 | 0.281 | 0.315 | 0.596 | -17699.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | BOS | AL | 144 | 539 | 66 | 129 | 15 | 6 | 2 | 37 | 9 | 32 | 43 | 0.239 | -1211.3 |
| 1915 | BOS | AL | 100 | 359 | 25 | 72 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 4 | 17 | 21 | 0.201 | -1819.4 |
| 1916 | BOS | AL | 123 | 366 | 37 | 85 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 27 | 8 | 23 | 24 | 0.232 | -664.5 |
| 1917 | BOS | AL | 157 | 528 | 40 | 127 | 24 | 7 | 0 | 50 | 12 | 20 | 46 | 0.241 | -1052.4 |
| 1918 | BOS | AL | 126 | 443 | 40 | 98 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 43 | 11 | 12 | 16 | 0.221 | -1803.9 |
| 1919 | BOS | AL | 138 | 507 | 41 | 141 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 38 | 8 | 19 | 26 | 0.278 | -749.1 |
| 1920 | BOS | AL | 154 | 569 | 41 | 153 | 21 | 12 | 4 | 61 | 4 | 21 | 15 | 0.269 | -806.9 |
| 1921 | BOS | AL | 154 | 576 | 65 | 151 | 21 | 9 | 1 | 62 | 5 | 27 | 21 | 0.262 | -2062.4 |
| 1922 | NYY | AL | 154 | 557 | 64 | 150 | 23 | 5 | 3 | 45 | 2 | 23 | 22 | 0.269 | -1658.1 |
| 1923 | NYY | AL | 152 | 533 | 48 | 131 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 60 | 1 | 13 | 19 | 0.246 | -2371.3 |
| 1924 | NYY | AL | 153 | 548 | 56 | 137 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 64 | 3 | 21 | 15 | 0.250 | -2416.9 |
| 1925 | NYY | AL | 22 | 60 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.217 | -414.7 |
| 1925 | WSN | AL | 33 | 103 | 10 | 28 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0.272 | -414.7 |
| 1926 | CHW | AL | 40 | 143 | 15 | 36 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 8 | 0.252 | -370.2 |
| 1926 | CIN | NL | 4 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 | -370.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 90 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 0.156 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | WS | NYA | 6 | 22 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0.318 |
| 1922 | WS | NYA | 5 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.143 |
| 1918 | WS | BOS | 6 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.100 |
| 1916 | WS | BOS | 5 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.125 |
| 1915 | WS | BOS | 5 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.056 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| SS | 1643 | 0 | 3351 | 5053 | 306 | 710 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | BOS | SS | 143 | 0 | 324 | 408 | 39 | 50 |
| 1915 | BOS | SS | 100 | 0 | 198 | 298 | 20 | 31 |
| 1916 | BOS | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1916 | BOS | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1916 | BOS | SS | 121 | 0 | 217 | 339 | 19 | 36 |
| 1917 | BOS | SS | 157 | 0 | 315 | 483 | 39 | 64 |
| 1918 | BOS | SS | 126 | 0 | 270 | 419 | 17 | 35 |
| 1919 | BOS | SS | 138 | 0 | 276 | 423 | 17 | 63 |
| 1920 | BOS | SS | 154 | 0 | 330 | 496 | 23 | 64 |
| 1921 | BOS | SS | 154 | 0 | 380 | 528 | 26 | 94 |
| 1922 | NYA | SS | 154 | 0 | 302 | 538 | 30 | 74 |
| 1923 | NYA | SS | 152 | 0 | 245 | 414 | 27 | 65 |
| 1924 | NYA | SS | 153 | 0 | 322 | 455 | 27 | 80 |
| 1925 | NYA | SS | 18 | 0 | 39 | 45 | 1 | 16 |
| 1925 | WS1 | 3B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1925 | WS1 | SS | 30 | 0 | 55 | 81 | 10 | 18 |
| 1926 | CHA | SS | 39 | 0 | 70 | 120 | 9 | 20 |
| 1926 | CIN | SS | 4 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Shortstop | 1643 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1922 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | SS |
| 1920 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | SS |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 15th | 6.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1914 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 14th | 7.0 | 64 | 0 |