Gary Cooper, baseball player, 1991-1991

Gary Cooper

Born: 8/13/1964 in Lynwood, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1991-09-15 | Final Game: 1991-10-06

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Gary Clifton Cooper

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Biography

Gary Cooper, born in 1964, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from September 15, 1991, to October 6, 1991. As a position player, Cooper appeared in a total of 9 games during his time in the league. He recorded 4 hits, contributing to a batting average of .250. Although he did not hit any home runs, he was able to drive in 2 runs, showcasing his ability to contribute to his team's offensive efforts despite his limited playing time. Cooper's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by the increasing emphasis on power hitting and the emergence of advanced analytics. His playing style reflected the more traditional elements of the game, focusing on contact hitting and situational awareness rather than the home run-driven approach that would dominate the sport in subsequent years. Though his time in the majors was short-lived, Gary Cooper remains a part of the tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless players who strive for their moment in the spotlight.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
9 16 1 4 1 0 0 2 0 3 6 0.250 0.368 0.312 0.681 0.0

Career AVG .250 vs. league average .256 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .368 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — +13.9% above league average.

Career SLG .312 vs. league average .385 across their career seasons — 18.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.681 vs. league average 0.708 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1991 HOU NL 9 16 1 4 1 0 0 2 0 3 6 0.250 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 4 3 3 2 1 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1991 HOU 3B 4 3 3 2 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 4

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Brigham Young University Provo UT 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986