Slade Heathcott

Born: 9/28/1990 in Texarkana, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 2015-05-20 | Final Game: 2015-10-03

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Zachary Slade Heathcott

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Biography

Slade Heathcott was an American professional baseball player born in 1990, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) for a brief period during the 2015 season. Making his debut on May 20, 2015, Heathcott showcased his talents over 17 games with the New York Yankees. His performance was marked by a notable batting average of .400, which is a significant achievement in the context of the modern game, where offensive production has become increasingly competitive. Over the course of his short stint in the majors, he recorded 10 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 8 runs, reflecting his potential as a powerful hitter. Heathcott's early career was characterized by a blend of athleticism and raw talent, traits that made him a highly regarded prospect during his time in the minor leagues. However, his tenure in the MLB was limited, as he faced challenges that prevented him from establishing a more prolonged presence in the league. Despite playing only a handful of games, his performance during this brief period left an impression on baseball enthusiasts and highlighted the unpredictable nature of player development in the sport. Following his final game on October 3, 2015, Heathcott's journey in baseball came to a close, but his brief moment in the spotlight remains a part of the rich tapestry of the game's history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
17	25	6	10	2	0	2	8	0	2	5	0.400	0.429	0.720	1.149	0.0

Career AVG .400 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — +57.2% above league average.

Career OBP .429 vs. league average .317 across their career seasons — +35.3% above league average.

Career SLG .720 vs. league average .405 across their career seasons — +78.0% above league average.

Career OPS 1.149 vs. league average 0.721 across their career seasons — +59.2% above 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
2015	NYY	AL	17	25	6	10	2	0	2	8	0	2	5	0.400	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	17	6	20	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2015	NYA	OF	17	6	20	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Center Field	8
Right Field	9