Mike Scott, baseball player, 1979-1991

Mike Scott

Born: 4/26/1955 in Santa Monica, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1979-04-18 | Final Game: 1991-04-13

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Michael Warren Scott

Biography

Mike Scott was a prominent pitcher in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1979 to 1991. Born in 1955, Scott established himself as a formidable presence on the mound, finishing his career with a record of 124 wins and 108 losses, an earned run average (ERA) of 3.54, and a total of 1,469 strikeouts. He also recorded three saves throughout his time in the league. Known for his tenacity and distinctive pitching style, Scott became a key player during the late 1980s, particularly with the Houston Astros, where he made a significant impact. Scott's career was highlighted by several major achievements, including winning the prestigious Cy Young Award and being named the National League Championship Series (NLCS) Most Valuable Player. He was selected as an All-Star three times, showcasing his skill and consistency on a national stage. His contributions to the game were particularly meaningful during an era when pitching prowess was highly valued, and his ability to dominate hitters made him a noteworthy figure in baseball history. Mike Scott's legacy remains influential, especially among pitchers who aspire to achieve excellence in their craft.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
124 108 347 319 45 22 3 2068.7 1858 813 173 627 1469 3.54 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
348 653 33 81 14 0 2 45 2 27 279 0.124 0.158 0.155 0.313 -4674.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1986 NLCS HOU 2 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0.000

Playoff Career Pitching

W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
2 0 2 2 0 18.0 8 1 1 19 0.50

Playoff Pitching by Year

Year Round Team W L G GS SV IP H ER BB SO ERA
1986 NLCS HOU 2 0 2 2 0 18.0 8 1 1 19 0.50

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 347 319 156 299 23 12

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 347

Awards & Honors

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1991 HOU NL $2,412,500
1990 HOU NL $1,987,500
1989 HOU NL $1,300,000
1988 HOU NL $666,667
1987 HOU NL $691,667
1986 HOU NL $666,667
1985 HOU NL $360,000
Total Career Earnings $8,085,001

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Pepperdine University Malibu CA 1974, 1975, 1976

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1989 Cy Young Award NL 2nd 65.0 120 4
1989 Most Valuable Player NL 15th 6.0 336 0
1987 Cy Young Award NL 7th 9.0 120 0
1986 Cy Young Award NL 1st 98.0 120 15
1986 Most Valuable Player NL 10th 33.0 336 0