Scott Cousins

Born: 1/22/1985 in Reno, NV, USA

MLB Debut: 2010-09-03 | Final Game: 2013-05-09

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

Full name: Scott Michael Cousins

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Biography

Scott Cousins, born in 1985, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2010 until his retirement in 2013. His career, though brief, unfolded during a time when the game was marked by a focus on power hitting and increased offensive production, contrasting with Cousins' modest statistics. Over the course of 135 games, he recorded 32 hits, 2 home runs, and 9 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .179. Known for his speed on the basepaths, he also accumulated 2 stolen bases. Cousins played primarily for the Florida Marlins, making his debut in 2010 and showcasing his versatility as an outfielder. While he may not have achieved the statistical milestones that define many players in MLB history, his journey through the league reflected the challenges faced by many athletes striving for success in the competitive environment of professional baseball. After his departure from the game, Cousins' experiences served as a testament to the dedication and resilience required to pursue a career in sports at the highest level.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
135	179	15	32	7	3	2	9	2	12	61	0.179	0.230	0.285	0.515	-900.5

Career AVG .179 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — 29.9% below league average.

Career OBP .230 vs. league average .321 across their career seasons — 28.2% below league average.

Career SLG .285 vs. league average .401 across their career seasons — 28.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.515 vs. league average 0.722 across their career seasons — 28.6% below 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
2010	MIA	NL	27	37	2	11	2	2	0	2	0	1	13	0.297	—	—	—	—	0.0
2011	MIA	NL	48	52	5	7	1	0	1	4	1	6	21	0.135	.255 (-47%)	.320 (-30%)	.399 (-47%)	.719 (-39%)	-348.2
2012	MIA	NL	53	86	7	14	4	1	1	3	1	4	24	0.163	.254 (-36%)	.318 (-37%)	.405 (-34%)	.724 (-35%)	-552.3
2013	LAA	AL	7	4	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	3	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0