Cory Snyder
Born: 11/11/1962 in Inglewood, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-06-13 | Final Game: 1994-08-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: James Cory Snyder
Biography
Cory Snyder, born in 1962, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1986 until his retirement in 1994. Primarily known as a position player, Snyder played a total of 1,068 games throughout his career. He achieved notable offensive success, accumulating 902 hits and launching 149 home runs, while driving in 488 runs. His batting average stood at .247, and he showcased his speed on the bases with 28 stolen bases.
Snyder's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by an increasing emphasis on power hitting and the strategic use of home runs. He was known for his strong offensive capabilities and versatility on the field, contributing significantly to the teams he played for, including the Cleveland Indians, where he began his career. His combination of power and speed made him an exciting player to watch, and he remains a memorable figure from the late 1980s and early 1990s baseball landscape.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1068 | 3656 | 439 | 902 | 178 | 13 | 149 | 488 | 28 | 226 | 992 | 0.247 | 0.291 | 0.425 | 0.716 | -1301.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | CLE | AL | 103 | 416 | 58 | 113 | 21 | 1 | 24 | 69 | 2 | 16 | 123 | 0.272 | 653.5 |
| 1987 | CLE | AL | 157 | 577 | 74 | 136 | 24 | 2 | 33 | 82 | 5 | 31 | 166 | 0.236 | -583.5 |
| 1988 | CLE | AL | 142 | 511 | 71 | 139 | 24 | 3 | 26 | 75 | 5 | 42 | 101 | 0.272 | 1476.8 |
| 1989 | CLE | AL | 132 | 489 | 49 | 105 | 17 | 0 | 18 | 59 | 6 | 23 | 134 | 0.215 | -1299.7 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | 123 | 438 | 46 | 102 | 27 | 3 | 14 | 55 | 1 | 21 | 118 | 0.233 | -697.2 |
| 1991 | CHW | AL | 50 | 117 | 10 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 41 | 0.188 | -530.5 |
| 1991 | TOR | AL | 21 | 49 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 0.143 | -530.5 |
| 1992 | SFG | NL | 124 | 390 | 48 | 105 | 22 | 2 | 14 | 57 | 4 | 23 | 96 | 0.269 | 439.4 |
| 1993 | LAD | NL | 143 | 516 | 61 | 137 | 33 | 1 | 11 | 56 | 4 | 47 | 147 | 0.266 | -76.6 |
| 1994 | LAD | NL | 73 | 153 | 18 | 36 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 18 | 1 | 14 | 47 | 0.235 | -290.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 70 | 29 | 347 | 36 | 3 | 31 |
| 2B | 7 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| 3B | 57 | 46 | 33 | 73 | 9 | 6 |
| OF | 877 | 798 | 1674 | 89 | 31 | 13 |
| SS | 73 | 50 | 106 | 137 | 18 | 38 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | CLE | 3B | 11 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| 1986 | CLE | SS | 34 | 26 | 53 | 66 | 8 | 20 |
| 1986 | CLE | OF | 74 | 68 | 150 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1987 | CLE | SS | 18 | 15 | 30 | 37 | 6 | 6 |
| 1987 | CLE | OF | 139 | 134 | 283 | 16 | 9 | 3 |
| 1988 | CLE | OF | 141 | 138 | 314 | 16 | 5 | 0 |
| 1989 | CLE | SS | 7 | 2 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
| 1989 | CLE | OF | 125 | 120 | 291 | 18 | 1 | 5 |
| 1990 | CLE | SS | 5 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 1990 | CLE | OF | 120 | 111 | 224 | 11 | 6 | 2 |
| 1991 | CHA | 1B | 18 | 9 | 107 | 6 | 1 | 10 |
| 1991 | CHA | OF | 29 | 20 | 50 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | TOR | 1B | 4 | 1 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | TOR | 3B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1991 | TOR | OF | 14 | 8 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SFN | 1B | 27 | 18 | 170 | 20 | 2 | 15 |
| 1992 | SFN | 2B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | SFN | 3B | 14 | 13 | 7 | 22 | 2 | 2 |
| 1992 | SFN | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | SFN | OF | 70 | 60 | 121 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 1993 | LAN | 1B | 12 | 0 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | LAN | 3B | 23 | 22 | 12 | 26 | 5 | 3 |
| 1993 | LAN | SS | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 1993 | LAN | OF | 115 | 110 | 172 | 14 | 4 | 1 |
| 1994 | LAN | 1B | 9 | 1 | 22 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1994 | LAN | 2B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | LAN | 3B | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | LAN | SS | 4 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 2 | 5 |
| 1994 | LAN | OF | 50 | 29 | 57 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 70 |
| Second Base | 7 |
| Third Base | 58 |
| Shortstop | 73 |
| Left Field | 99 |
| Center Field | 17 |
| Right Field | 791 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Player of the Month | June |
| 1992 | Player of the Week | Week of 1992-06-06 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | LAN | NL | $1,500,000 |
| 1993 | LAN | NL | $1,500,000 |
| 1992 | SFN | NL | $565,000 |
| 1991 | CHA | AL | $800,000 |
| 1990 | CLE | AL | $700,000 |
| 1989 | CLE | AL | $340,000 |
| 1988 | CLE | AL | $185,000 |
| 1987 | CLE | AL | $90,000 |
| 1986 | CLE | AL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,740,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham Young University | Provo | UT | 1982, 1983, 1984 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 4th | 16.0 | 140 | 0 |