Scott Sullivan
Born: 3/13/1971 in Tuscaloosa, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-05-06 | Final Game: 2004-08-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: William Scott Sullivan
Biography
Scott Sullivan, born in 1971, was a professional baseball pitcher who enjoyed a successful career in Major League Baseball from 1995 to 2005. Over the course of his tenure, Sullivan established himself as a reliable arm in the bullpen and as a starter, contributing to multiple teams with his solid pitching skills. He finished his career with a record of 40-28 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.98. Known for his ability to generate strikeouts, Sullivan recorded a total of 622 strikeouts throughout his career, showcasing his effectiveness in getting batters out. Additionally, he notched 9 saves, demonstrating his versatility in late-game situations.
Sullivan's playing style was characterized by a combination of finesse and power, making him a valuable asset during a period of offensive explosion in Major League Baseball. He navigated the challenges of the early 2000s, an era marked by significant changes in the game, including the increasing emphasis on specialized relief pitching. His contributions to the teams he played for, including the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Yankees, left a lasting impact, and he remains a respected figure among fans and players alike for his dedication and performance on the mound.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 28 | 558 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 737.3 | 671 | 326 | 89 | 281 | 622 | 3.98 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CIN | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4.91 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | CIN | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 2.25 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | CIN | NL | 5 | 3 | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 97.3 | 79 | 35 | 30 | 96 | 3.24 | 1265.1 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | 5 | 5 | 67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 102.0 | 98 | 59 | 36 | 86 | 5.21 | -336.1 |
| 1999 | CIN | NL | 5 | 4 | 79 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 113.7 | 88 | 38 | 47 | 78 | 3.01 | 1022.6 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | 3 | 6 | 79 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 106.3 | 87 | 41 | 38 | 96 | 3.47 | 1095.8 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | 7 | 1 | 79 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 103.3 | 94 | 38 | 36 | 82 | 3.31 | 1108.1 |
| 2002 | CIN | NL | 6 | 5 | 71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 78.7 | 93 | 53 | 31 | 78 | 6.06 | -1104.5 |
| 2003 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.3 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 13 | 3.77 | - |
| 2003 | CIN | NL | 6 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.7 | 39 | 20 | 26 | 43 | 3.62 | 226.1 |
| 2004 | KCR | AL | 3 | 4 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 60.3 | 73 | 32 | 24 | 45 | 4.77 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 559 | 48 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 0.083 | 0.083 | 0.083 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CIN | NL | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | CIN | NL | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | CIN | NL | 59 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | 67 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | CIN | NL | 79 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | 80 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | 79 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | CIN | NL | 71 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | CHW | AL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | CIN | NL | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | KCR | AL | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 558 | 0 | 37 | 71 | 12 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | CIN | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | CIN | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | CIN | P | 59 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | CIN | P | 67 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 | CIN | P | 79 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 | CIN | P | 79 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | CIN | P | 79 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | CIN | P | 71 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 | CHA | P | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | CIN | P | 50 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | KCA | P | 49 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 558 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | KCA | AL | $2,600,000 |
| 2004 | KCA | AL | $2,100,000 |
| 2003 | CIN | NL | $2,800,000 |
| 2002 | CIN | NL | $2,200,000 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | $1,700,000 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | $1,100,000 |
| 1999 | CIN | NL | $300,000 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | $235,000 |
| 1997 | CIN | NL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $13,185,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn University | Auburn | AL | 1991, 1992, 1993 |