Shawn Wooten
Born: 7/24/1972 in Glendora, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-08-19 | Final Game: 2005-05-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: William Shawn Wooten
Biography
Shawn Wooten was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2005. Born in 1972, Wooten played a total of 267 games over the course of his career, primarily serving as a utility player who could fill various roles in the lineup. He finished his playing days with a career batting average of .272, accumulating 182 hits, including 18 home runs and 86 RBIs. Known for his solid offensive skills, Wooten also demonstrated speed on the basepaths, recording 4 stolen bases during his tenure in the league.
Wooten’s career unfolded during a dynamic period in baseball history, marked by offensive explosions and the increasing importance of versatile players who could adapt to multiple positions. His ability to contribute both at the plate and in the field made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, particularly during his time with the Anaheim Angels. Though he may not have garnered Hall of Fame accolades, Wooten's impact as a reliable role player and his contributions to his teams' successes remain a noteworthy part of his professional legacy.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 267 | 669 | 66 | 182 | 28 | 1 | 18 | 86 | 4 | 37 | 120 | 0.272 | 0.314 | 0.398 | 0.711 | -878.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | LAA | AL | 7 | 9 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.556 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | LAA | AL | 79 | 221 | 24 | 69 | 8 | 1 | 8 | 32 | 2 | 5 | 42 | 0.312 | 163.1 |
| 2002 | LAA | AL | 49 | 113 | 13 | 33 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 2 | 6 | 24 | 0.292 | 48.3 |
| 2003 | LAA | AL | 98 | 272 | 25 | 66 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 32 | 0 | 24 | 45 | 0.243 | -711.9 |
| 2004 | PHI | NL | 33 | 53 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.170 | -377.8 |
| 2005 | BOS | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 19 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0.474 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | WS | ANA | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
| 2002 | ALCS | ANA | 3 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 |
| 2002 | ALDS1 | ANA | 3 | 9 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0.667 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 83 | 55 | 483 | 33 | 3 | 51 |
| 3B | 23 | 19 | 14 | 30 | 1 | 1 |
| C | 51 | 29 | 169 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | ANA | C | 4 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | ANA | 1B | 3 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 | ANA | C | 25 | 19 | 97 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | ANA | 1B | 21 | 17 | 134 | 11 | 2 | 19 |
| 2001 | ANA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | ANA | C | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | ANA | 1B | 16 | 5 | 62 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| 2002 | ANA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | ANA | C | 19 | 8 | 65 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | ANA | 1B | 32 | 27 | 207 | 14 | 1 | 21 |
| 2003 | ANA | 3B | 17 | 16 | 12 | 26 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 | PHI | 1B | 11 | 6 | 70 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| 2004 | PHI | 3B | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | BOS | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 51 |
| First Base | 83 |
| Third Base | 23 |
| Designated Hitter | 81 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | PHI | NL | $575,000 |
| 2003 | ANA | AL | $337,500 |
| 2002 | ANA | AL | $250,000 |
| 2001 | ANA | AL | $200,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,363,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount San Antonio College | Walnut | CA | 1991, 1993 |