Terry Shumpert
Born: 8/16/1966 in Paducah, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-05-01 | Final Game: 2003-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Terrance Darnell Shumpert
Biography
Terry Shumpert was a versatile position player who enjoyed a professional baseball career from 1990 to 2003. Born in 1966, Shumpert made a name for himself as a reliable contributor across several Major League Baseball teams, appearing in 854 games. Over the course of his career, he amassed 497 hits, 49 home runs, and 223 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .252. Shumpert also showcased his speed on the bases, recording 85 stolen bases, which underscored his ability to impact the game not only with his bat but also with his agility.
Shumpert's playing style was characterized by his adaptability and his ability to play various infield positions, which made him a valuable asset to his teams during the late 1990s and early 2000s. He played in an era marked by offensive power but also demonstrated that speed and defensive skills were crucial elements of a successful player. Throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball, Shumpert contributed to the teams he played for, leaving a lasting impression as a hardworking player who exemplified the spirit of competitive baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 854 | 1969 | 295 | 497 | 109 | 26 | 49 | 223 | 85 | 166 | 369 | 0.252 | 0.315 | 0.409 | 0.724 | -1453.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | KCR | AL | 32 | 91 | 7 | 25 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 17 | 0.275 | -158.5 |
| 1991 | KCR | AL | 144 | 369 | 45 | 80 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 34 | 17 | 30 | 75 | 0.217 | -1101.3 |
| 1992 | KCR | AL | 36 | 94 | 6 | 14 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 17 | 0.149 | -628.4 |
| 1993 | KCR | AL | 8 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | KCR | AL | 64 | 183 | 28 | 44 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 24 | 18 | 13 | 39 | 0.240 | -262.8 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 21 | 47 | 6 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 13 | 0.234 | -171.7 |
| 1996 | CHC | NL | 27 | 31 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | SDP | NL | 13 | 33 | 4 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | COL | NL | 23 | 26 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | COL | NL | 92 | 262 | 58 | 91 | 26 | 3 | 10 | 37 | 14 | 31 | 41 | 0.347 | 1437.7 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | 115 | 263 | 52 | 68 | 11 | 7 | 9 | 40 | 8 | 28 | 40 | 0.259 | 52.2 |
| 2001 | COL | NL | 114 | 242 | 37 | 70 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 24 | 14 | 15 | 44 | 0.289 | 68.2 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | 106 | 234 | 30 | 55 | 12 | 1 | 6 | 21 | 4 | 21 | 41 | 0.235 | -470.9 |
| 2003 | TBR | AL | 59 | 84 | 14 | 16 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 10 | 17 | 0.190 | -218.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 2B | 467 | 361 | 767 | 1083 | 44 | 238 |
| 3B | 94 | 51 | 35 | 86 | 8 | 6 |
| OF | 108 | 73 | 142 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| SS | 23 | 8 | 21 | 35 | 2 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | KCA | 2B | 27 | 25 | 56 | 74 | 3 | 15 |
| 1991 | KCA | 2B | 144 | 125 | 249 | 368 | 16 | 81 |
| 1992 | KCA | 2B | 33 | 31 | 50 | 77 | 4 | 17 |
| 1992 | KCA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | KCA | 2B | 8 | 3 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 3 |
| 1994 | KCA | 2B | 38 | 31 | 62 | 100 | 6 | 14 |
| 1994 | KCA | 3B | 24 | 22 | 7 | 27 | 2 | 2 |
| 1994 | KCA | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | BOS | 2B | 8 | 6 | 12 | 15 | 0 | 4 |
| 1995 | BOS | 3B | 5 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | SS | 3 | 2 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 3 |
| 1996 | CHN | 2B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | CHN | 3B | 10 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | CHN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 1997 | SDN | 2B | 7 | 7 | 21 | 15 | 1 | 4 |
| 1997 | SDN | 3B | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | SDN | OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | COL | 2B | 6 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 3 |
| 1999 | COL | 2B | 54 | 46 | 102 | 151 | 3 | 35 |
| 1999 | COL | 3B | 14 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 1 | 3 |
| 1999 | COL | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | COL | OF | 19 | 8 | 20 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | COL | 1B | 6 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 2000 | COL | 2B | 23 | 12 | 33 | 35 | 0 | 10 |
| 2000 | COL | 3B | 15 | 10 | 8 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | COL | SS | 7 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 3 |
| 2000 | COL | OF | 40 | 29 | 56 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 | COL | 2B | 41 | 24 | 51 | 71 | 4 | 20 |
| 2001 | COL | 3B | 12 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 3 | 1 |
| 2001 | COL | SS | 4 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | COL | OF | 24 | 21 | 38 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | COL | 2B | 60 | 40 | 95 | 126 | 6 | 29 |
| 2002 | COL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | COL | SS | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | COL | OF | 8 | 8 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | TBA | 2B | 14 | 10 | 21 | 24 | 1 | 3 |
| 2003 | TBA | 3B | 11 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | TBA | SS | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | TBA | OF | 14 | 7 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 6 |
| Second Base | 467 |
| Third Base | 94 |
| Shortstop | 23 |
| Left Field | 84 |
| Center Field | 9 |
| Right Field | 15 |
| Designated Hitter | 25 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TBA | AL | $300,000 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | $775,000 |
| 2001 | COL | NL | $725,000 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | $650,000 |
| 1999 | COL | NL | $220,000 |
| 1998 | COL | NL | $210,000 |
| 1996 | CHN | NL | $150,000 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | $250,000 |
| 1994 | KCA | AL | $205,000 |
| 1992 | KCA | AL | $183,000 |
| 1991 | KCA | AL | $110,000 |
| 1990 | KCA | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,878,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky | Lexington | KY | 1985, 1986, 1987 |