Marco Scutaro
Born: 10/30/1975 in San Felipe, Yaracuy, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2002-07-21 | Final Game: 2014-07-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Marcos Scutaro
Biography
Marco Scutaro, born in 1975, was a versatile infielder who played in Major League Baseball from 2002 until his retirement in 2014. Throughout his career, Scutaro showcased his skills as a reliable position player, participating in a total of 1,391 games. He finished his career with 1,355 hits, 77 home runs, and 509 RBIs, maintaining a solid batting average of .277. Known for his keen eye at the plate and ability to get on base, he also contributed to his teams with 55 stolen bases, displaying a blend of power and speed that was impactful during the era in which he played.
Scutaro's career was highlighted by his performance in pivotal moments, most notably earning the NLCS MVP award, which underscored his ability to perform under pressure. He was selected as an All-Star once, reflecting his status as one of the more consistent players of his time. His contributions spanned multiple teams, including notable stints with the Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox, and San Francisco Giants, where he played a crucial role in their success. Scutaro's legacy is marked by his grit and determination, making him a respected figure in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1391 | 4887 | 683 | 1355 | 269 | 21 | 77 | 509 | 55 | 474 | 570 | 0.277 | 0.341 | 0.388 | 0.729 | -780.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | NYN | NL | 27 | 36 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | NYN | NL | 48 | 75 | 10 | 16 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 13 | 14 | 0.213 | -108.7 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | 137 | 455 | 50 | 124 | 32 | 1 | 7 | 43 | 0 | 16 | 58 | 0.273 | -1007.9 |
| 2005 | OAK | AL | 118 | 381 | 48 | 94 | 22 | 3 | 9 | 37 | 5 | 36 | 48 | 0.247 | -520.2 |
| 2006 | OAK | AL | 117 | 365 | 52 | 97 | 21 | 6 | 5 | 41 | 5 | 50 | 66 | 0.266 | -175.7 |
| 2007 | OAK | AL | 104 | 338 | 49 | 88 | 13 | 0 | 7 | 41 | 2 | 35 | 40 | 0.260 | -507.6 |
| 2008 | TOR | AL | 145 | 517 | 76 | 138 | 23 | 1 | 7 | 60 | 7 | 57 | 65 | 0.267 | -631.8 |
| 2009 | TOR | AL | 144 | 574 | 100 | 162 | 35 | 1 | 12 | 60 | 14 | 90 | 75 | 0.282 | 890.2 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | 150 | 632 | 92 | 174 | 38 | 0 | 11 | 56 | 5 | 53 | 71 | 0.275 | -93.9 |
| 2011 | BOS | AL | 113 | 395 | 59 | 118 | 26 | 1 | 7 | 54 | 4 | 38 | 36 | 0.299 | 686.8 |
| 2012 | COL | NL | 95 | 377 | 47 | 102 | 16 | 3 | 4 | 30 | 7 | 27 | 35 | 0.271 | -358.4 |
| 2012 | SFG | NL | 61 | 243 | 40 | 88 | 16 | 1 | 3 | 44 | 2 | 13 | 14 | 0.362 | -358.4 |
| 2013 | SFG | NL | 127 | 488 | 57 | 145 | 23 | 3 | 2 | 31 | 2 | 45 | 34 | 0.297 | 290.3 |
| 2014 | SFG | NL | 5 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 91 | 12 | 26 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 5 | 7 | 0.286 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | NLCS | SFN | 7 | 28 | 6 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0.500 |
| 2012 | NLDS2 | SFN | 5 | 20 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0.150 |
| 2012 | WS | SFN | 4 | 16 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 |
| 2006 | ALCS | OAK | 4 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.067 |
| 2006 | ALDS2 | OAK | 3 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2B | 566 | 489 | 971 | 1384 | 32 | 321 |
| 3B | 113 | 94 | 68 | 213 | 16 | 15 |
| OF | 18 | 6 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 683 | 641 | 884 | 1834 | 73 | 378 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | NYN | 2B | 12 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | NYN | 3B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | NYN | SS | 6 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 3 |
| 2002 | NYN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | NYN | 2B | 39 | 18 | 53 | 52 | 2 | 13 |
| 2003 | NYN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | OAK | 2B | 123 | 106 | 232 | 311 | 3 | 78 |
| 2004 | OAK | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | OAK | SS | 16 | 11 | 25 | 42 | 2 | 9 |
| 2005 | OAK | 2B | 30 | 29 | 56 | 92 | 1 | 19 |
| 2005 | OAK | 3B | 5 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | OAK | SS | 81 | 73 | 115 | 213 | 8 | 50 |
| 2005 | OAK | OF | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | OAK | 2B | 37 | 33 | 72 | 93 | 1 | 32 |
| 2006 | OAK | 3B | 12 | 8 | 4 | 21 | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 | OAK | SS | 69 | 61 | 86 | 168 | 9 | 38 |
| 2006 | OAK | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | OAK | 2B | 13 | 12 | 19 | 44 | 0 | 10 |
| 2007 | OAK | 3B | 36 | 33 | 23 | 64 | 9 | 2 |
| 2007 | OAK | SS | 43 | 38 | 52 | 111 | 5 | 22 |
| 2007 | OAK | OF | 10 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | TOR | 1B | 3 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 | TOR | 2B | 50 | 39 | 60 | 126 | 1 | 19 |
| 2008 | TOR | 3B | 41 | 36 | 22 | 84 | 2 | 8 |
| 2008 | TOR | SS | 56 | 53 | 71 | 165 | 5 | 30 |
| 2008 | TOR | OF | 3 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | TOR | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | TOR | SS | 143 | 143 | 190 | 421 | 10 | 99 |
| 2010 | BOS | 2B | 16 | 16 | 17 | 46 | 2 | 8 |
| 2010 | BOS | SS | 132 | 131 | 152 | 344 | 18 | 57 |
| 2011 | BOS | 2B | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 | BOS | SS | 109 | 102 | 147 | 269 | 12 | 53 |
| 2012 | COL | 2B | 72 | 65 | 139 | 205 | 6 | 45 |
| 2012 | COL | SS | 27 | 25 | 40 | 89 | 3 | 17 |
| 2012 | SFN | 2B | 46 | 44 | 91 | 96 | 2 | 27 |
| 2012 | SFN | 3B | 15 | 15 | 14 | 36 | 2 | 3 |
| 2013 | SFN | 2B | 121 | 121 | 221 | 299 | 13 | 69 |
| 2014 | SFN | 2B | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Second Base | 566 |
| Third Base | 113 |
| Shortstop | 683 |
| Left Field | 14 |
| Right Field | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | SFN | NL | $6,666,667 |
| 2013 | SFN | NL | $6,666,667 |
| 2012 | COL | NL | $6,000,000 |
| 2011 | BOS | AL | $5,500,000 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | $5,500,000 |
| 2009 | TOR | AL | $1,100,000 |
| 2008 | TOR | AL | $1,550,000 |
| 2007 | OAK | AL | $1,550,000 |
| 2006 | OAK | AL | $340,000 |
| 2005 | OAK | AL | $323,500 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | $301,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $35,498,334 | ||