Scott Sheldon
Born: 11/28/1968 in Hammond, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-05-18 | Final Game: 2001-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Scott Patrick Sheldon
Biography
Scott Sheldon was born in 1968 and played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1997 until his retirement on October 5, 2001. Over the course of his career, he participated in 141 games, where he recorded 67 hits, 8 home runs, and 33 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .235. He also showcased his speed on the basepaths with 1 stolen base, contributing to his versatility as a player.
Sheldon’s career unfolded during a time in baseball characterized by the offensive explosion of the late 1990s and early 2000s, a period influenced by the rising popularity of home runs. Although he may not have been among the sport's most prolific stars, Sheldon’s contributions were valuable in a utility role, allowing him to play various positions and support his teams with his reliable presence. His journey through the majors exemplified the grit and determination of a player navigating the competitive landscape of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 141 | 285 | 34 | 67 | 16 | 0 | 8 | 33 | 1 | 15 | 84 | 0.235 | 0.275 | 0.375 | 0.650 | -677.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | OAK | AL | 13 | 24 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | TEX | AL | 7 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | TEX | AL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | TEX | AL | 58 | 124 | 21 | 35 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 19 | 0 | 10 | 37 | 0.282 | 29.7 |
| 2001 | TEX | AL | 61 | 120 | 11 | 24 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 35 | 0.200 | -707.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 11 | 4 | 42 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| 2B | 13 | 5 | 13 | 17 | 2 | 3 |
| 3B | 59 | 41 | 51 | 96 | 6 | 9 |
| C | 4 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 52 | 22 | 55 | 79 | 6 | 16 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | OAK | 2B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | OAK | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | OAK | SS | 12 | 8 | 15 | 16 | 2 | 4 |
| 1998 | TEX | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | TEX | 3B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 1998 | TEX | SS | 2 | 1 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 3 |
| 1999 | TEX | 3B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | TEX | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | TEX | C | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | TEX | 1B | 10 | 4 | 42 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| 2000 | TEX | 2B | 12 | 4 | 12 | 15 | 2 | 2 |
| 2000 | TEX | 3B | 15 | 11 | 11 | 28 | 1 | 6 |
| 2000 | TEX | SS | 22 | 12 | 25 | 40 | 2 | 6 |
| 2000 | TEX | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | TEX | C | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | TEX | 3B | 38 | 29 | 37 | 61 | 5 | 1 |
| 2001 | TEX | SS | 16 | 1 | 8 | 16 | 1 | 3 |
| 2001 | TEX | OF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Catcher | 4 |
| First Base | 11 |
| Second Base | 13 |
| Third Base | 59 |
| Shortstop | 52 |
| Left Field | 4 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | TEX | AL | $265,000 |
| 2000 | TEX | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $465,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston | Houston | TX | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |