Scott Winchester
Born: 4/20/1973 in Midland, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-09-08 | Final Game: 2001-08-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Scott Joseph Winchester
Biography
Scott Winchester, born in 1973, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1997 until his final appearance on August 9, 2001. Throughout his career, he was known for his determination on the mound, contributing to his team's efforts with a record of 3-8. Winchester's career earned run average (ERA) stood at 5.42, reflecting the competitive nature of the leagues he participated in during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Over the course of his career, Winchester recorded a total of 55 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to challenge batters and contribute defensively. Despite not recording any saves, his role as a pitcher was pivotal in various game situations, where he provided valuable innings in relief and as a starter. Winchester's time in the majors coincided with an era of burgeoning offensive statistics and changing pitching dynamics, making his contributions significant as teams sought to balance power hitters with effective pitching strategies. After his retirement, Winchester remained a part of baseball history, remembered for his competitive spirit and contributions to the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 8 | 38 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 116.3 | 149 | 70 | 21 | 35 | 55 | 5.42 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | CIN | NL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 6.00 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | 3 | 6 | 16 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 79.0 | 101 | 51 | 27 | 40 | 5.81 | -1699.5 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3.68 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.0 | 29 | 12 | 4 | 9 | 4.50 | -1536.5 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | 26 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.115 | 0.148 | 0.115 | 0.264 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | CIN | NL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | 16 | 23 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.130 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 38 | 17 | 10 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | CIN | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | CIN | P | 16 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | CIN | P | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | CIN | P | 12 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 38 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | CIN | NL | $202,000 |
| 1999 | CIN | NL | $202,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $404,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University | Clemson | SC | 1993, 1994, 1995 |