Ed Ott

Born: 7/11/1951 in Muncy, PA, USA

Died: 3/3/2024 in Danville, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1974-06-10 | Final Game: 1981-10-02

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Nathan Edward Ott

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Biography

Ed Ott, born in 1951, was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a career in Major League Baseball from 1974 until 1981. Primarily recognized as a position player, Ott played a total of 567 games throughout his career, demonstrating his utility on the field. He recorded 465 hits, which included 33 home runs, and contributed 195 RBIs to his teams. With a batting average of .259, Ott showcased a solid offensive skill set, while also exhibiting speed on the bases with 14 stolen bases. Ott's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the increasing integration of players and shifts in playing styles. Known for his versatility and work ethic, he made a mark as a reliable player who could contribute both offensively and defensively. His tenure in the league, though not among the longest, highlighted his importance as a role player during the late 1970s and early 1980s, an era characterized by a blend of emerging talent and established stars. Ott's contributions to the teams he played for left a lasting impression, earning him respect among his peers and fans alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
567	1792	196	465	76	10	33	195	14	138	254	0.259	0.311	0.368	0.680	-1547.1

Career AVG .259 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .311 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .368 vs. league average .381 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.680 vs. league average 0.706 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
1974	PIT	NL	7	5	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1975	PIT	NL	5	5	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0
1976	PIT	NL	27	39	2	12	2	0	0	5	0	3	5	0.308	—	—	—	—	0.0
1977	PIT	NL	104	311	40	82	14	3	7	38	7	32	41	0.264	.264 (avg)	.329 (+2%)	.401 (-1%)	.730 (avg)	20.1
1978	PIT	NL	112	379	49	102	18	4	9	38	4	27	56	0.269	.257 (+4%)	.323 (-3%)	.378 (+8%)	.702 (+3%)	130.3
1979	PIT	NL	117	403	49	110	20	2	7	51	0	26	62	0.273	.265 (+3%)	.329 (-5%)	.397 (-3%)	.727 (-4%)	-373.4
1980	PIT	NL	120	392	35	102	14	0	8	41	1	33	47	0.260	.264 (-2%)	.326 (-3%)	.387 (-8%)	.714 (-6%)	-376.8
1981	LAA	AL	75	258	20	56	8	1	2	22	2	17	42	0.217	.255 (-15%)	.320 (-17%)	.368 (-24%)	.688 (-21%)	-947.3

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	AVG
6	25	2	7	1	0	0	3	0	4	0.280

Playoff Batting by Year

Year	Round	Team	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	BB	SO	AVG
1979	NLCS	PIT	3	13	0	3	0	0	0	0	0	2	0.231
1979	WS	PIT	3	12	2	4	1	0	0	3	0	2	0.333

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	502	451	2482	259	46	26
OF	9	4	13	1	1	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1974	PIT	OF	2	0	1	0	0	0
1975	PIT	C	2	0	2	0	0	0
1976	PIT	C	8	5	20	6	0	1
1977	PIT	C	90	78	455	49	9	6
1978	PIT	C	97	92	537	42	15	7
1978	PIT	OF	4	4	10	1	1	0
1979	PIT	C	116	103	612	53	4	6
1980	PIT	C	117	105	569	73	11	5
1980	PIT	OF	3	0	2	0	0	0
1981	CAL	C	72	68	287	36	7	1