Scott Stahoviak, baseball player, 1993-1998

Scott Stahoviak

Born: 3/6/1970 in Waukegan, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1993-09-10 | Final Game: 1998-07-03

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Scott Edmund Stahoviak

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Biography

Scott Stahoviak was a professional baseball player born in 1970, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1993 to 1998. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 344 games and accumulated a total of 261 hits, showcasing his ability to make contact at the plate with a batting average of .256. Stahoviak was known for his power-hitting capabilities, contributing 27 home runs and driving in 119 runs, making him a valuable asset in the lineup during his tenure. Stahoviak's playing style reflected the offensive trends of the 1990s, a period marked by increased emphasis on power hitting and offensive production. Throughout his career, he demonstrated versatility and a commitment to the game, earning respect among teammates and opponents alike. While injuries and competition limited his time in the major leagues, Stahoviak's contributions left a lasting impact, and he remains a notable figure from an era that saw significant changes in the sport. His journey in baseball illustrates the challenges and triumphs experienced by many players navigating the complexities of professional athletics.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
344 1019 135 261 70 3 27 119 13 116 277 0.256 0.335 0.410 0.745 -57.3

Career AVG .256 vs. league average .267 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .335 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .410 vs. league average .417 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.745 vs. league average 0.754 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
1993 MIN AL 20 57 1 11 4 0 0 1 0 3 22 0.193 .265 (-27%) .332 (-30%) .403 (-35%) .735 (-33%) -317.6
1995 MIN AL 94 263 28 70 19 0 3 23 5 30 61 0.266 .266 (avg) .337 (+1%) .417 (-11%) .755 (-5%) -246.2
1996 MIN AL 130 405 72 115 30 3 13 61 3 59 114 0.284 .269 (+5%) .340 (+10%) .426 (+10%) .767 (+10%) 946.2
1997 MIN AL 91 275 33 63 17 0 10 33 5 24 73 0.229 .266 (-14%) .336 (-11%) .419 (-5%) .756 (-7%) -439.8
1998 MIN AL 9 19 1 2 0 0 1 1 0 0 7 0.105 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 268 234 1937 215 14 198
3B 41 32 18 68 8 4
OF 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1993 MIN 3B 19 14 9 38 4 1
1995 MIN 1B 69 56 494 61 1 48
1995 MIN 3B 22 18 9 30 4 3
1996 MIN 1B 114 103 801 92 5 79
1997 MIN 1B 81 71 607 58 7 67
1998 MIN 1B 4 4 35 4 1 4
1998 MIN OF 1 0 0 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 268
Third Base 41
Right Field 1
Designated Hitter 15

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1997 MIN AL $275,000
1996 MIN AL $140,000
1995 MIN AL $109,000
1993 MIN AL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $633,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Creighton University Omaha NE 1989, 1990, 1991