Larry Sutton
Born: 5/14/1970 in West Covina, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-08-17 | Final Game: 2004-06-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Larry James Sutton
Biography
Larry Sutton, born in 1970, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1997 to June 1, 2004. Primarily a position player, Sutton played in a total of 252 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 135 hits and demonstrated power with 12 home runs, contributing 78 RBIs to his teams. With a career batting average of .236, Sutton was known for his versatility on the field, though he was not primarily recognized for his offensive prowess. He also showcased his speed on the basepaths, stealing 4 bases during his career.
Sutton played during a transitional era in baseball, marked by the late 1990s and early 2000s, a time when the game was seeing a significant shift in player conditioning and offensive production. While he may not have been a standout star, his contributions as a reliable role player provided depth to the rosters he joined. After his retirement, Sutton remained a part of the baseball community, reflecting the journeys of many players who carve out valuable professional experiences despite not always being in the spotlight.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 252 | 572 | 63 | 135 | 23 | 2 | 12 | 78 | 4 | 55 | 102 | 0.236 | 0.302 | 0.346 | 0.648 | -1109.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | KCR | AL | 27 | 69 | 9 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 0.290 | -13.1 |
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 111 | 310 | 29 | 76 | 14 | 2 | 5 | 42 | 3 | 29 | 46 | 0.245 | -777.6 |
| 1999 | KCR | AL | 43 | 102 | 14 | 23 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 0.225 | -319.0 |
| 2000 | STL | NL | 23 | 25 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 0.320 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | STL | NL | 33 | 42 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.119 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | OAK | AL | 7 | 19 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.105 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | MIA | NL | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 72 | 41 | 433 | 31 | 3 | 40 |
| OF | 91 | 77 | 158 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | KCA | 1B | 12 | 11 | 92 | 8 | 0 | 11 |
| 1997 | KCA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | KCA | 1B | 6 | 2 | 32 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| 1998 | KCA | OF | 79 | 72 | 147 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 1999 | KCA | 1B | 30 | 22 | 215 | 13 | 3 | 19 |
| 1999 | KCA | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | SLN | 1B | 6 | 2 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2000 | SLN | OF | 4 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SLN | 1B | 11 | 2 | 38 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 2001 | SLN | OF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | OAK | 1B | 6 | 2 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | OAK | OF | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | FLO | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 72 |
| Left Field | 45 |
| Right Field | 53 |
| Designated Hitter | 11 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | SLN | NL | $305,000 |
| 1999 | KCA | AL | $240,000 |
| 1998 | KCA | AL | $172,500 |
| 1997 | KCA | AL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $867,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 |