Scott Loucks, baseball player, 1980-1985

Scott Loucks

Born: 11/11/1956 in Anchorage, AK, USA

MLB Debut: 1980-09-01 | Final Game: 1985-05-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 178 lbs

Full name: Scott Gregory Loucks

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Biography

Scott Loucks, born in 1956, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1980 to 1985. Primarily serving as a position player, Loucks played in a total of 73 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He showcased his versatility and speed on the bases, finishing his career with a batting average of .263, 21 hits, 4 RBIs, and 7 stolen bases. Despite not hitting any home runs, his ability to contribute in various ways exemplified the role of a fundamental player during an era that was increasingly valuing power hitting. Loucks' career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the game began to evolve with the introduction of more specialized roles and a growing emphasis on athleticism. His performance on the field, characterized by his agility and solid contact skills, provided valuable depth to the teams he played for. While his time in the majors was relatively brief, Scott Loucks remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the determination and grit of players who carved their niche in the sport during the early 1980s.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
73 80 15 21 4 0 0 4 7 7 28 0.263 0.322 0.312 0.634 -204.2

Career AVG .263 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .322 vs. league average .324 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .312 vs. league average .386 across their career seasons — 19.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.634 vs. league average 0.710 across their career seasons — 10.7% 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
1980 HOU NL 8 3 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.333 — — — — 0.0
1981 HOU NL 10 7 2 4 0 0 0 0 1 1 3 0.571 — — — — 0.0
1982 HOU NL 44 49 6 11 2 0 0 3 4 3 17 0.224 — — — — -204.2
1983 HOU NL 7 14 2 3 0 0 0 0 2 1 4 0.214 — — — — 0.0
1985 PIT NL 4 7 1 2 2 0 0 1 0 2 2 0.286 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 56 13 61 4 1 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1980 HOU OF 4 0 1 0 0 0
1981 HOU OF 5 1 5 0 0 0
1982 HOU OF 37 8 41 3 1 1
1983 HOU OF 6 3 12 1 0 0
1985 PIT OF 4 1 2 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 4
Center Field 49
Right Field 3

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant OK 1975, 1976, 1977