Scott Williamson

Quick Facts

Full Name	Scott Williamson
Occupation	Baseball Player
Date Of Birth	Feb 17, 1976(1976-02-17)
Age	48
Country	United States
Birth City	Fort Polk North
Horoscope	Aquarius

Scott Williamson Biography

Scott Williamson is one of the most popular and richest Baseball Player who was born on February 17, 1976 in Fort Polk North, United States. Scott Ryan Williamson (born February 17th 1976) was the former left- handed relief pitcher. He pitched for the Cincinnati Reds (1999-2003), Boston Red Sox (2003-2004), Chicago Cubs (2005-2006), San Diego Padres (2006) and Baltimore Orioles (2007). Baltimore Orioles (2007). After a quick beginning: moving from the college level to major league teams within two years, making only five games at the Triple-A level, and securing National League Rookie of the award, Williamson’s career began to slow down during the latter half of the 2000s, when the player suffered numerous injuries and was often in the disabled waiting list.

Cincinnati welcomed Williamson to the spring season in 1999. the combination of a remarkable performance and the ailment of key players of the pitching staff which included Denny Neagle and Stan Belinda which led to Williamson being selected for the major league team despite only making 5 appearances in Triple-A levels and not being on the team’s 40-man roster. Williamson made his debut in major league relief on April 5th 1999. In his first season in Cincinnati Williamson recorded a 12-7 record with 107 strikeouts as well as an 2.41 earned run rate, and 19 saves. He made the All-Star team, and also earned Rookie of Year awards. Williamson is the only Reds athlete to receive recognized after Chris Sabo in 1988.

After a lackluster spring training Cincinnati returned Williamson to the bullpen, but after two appearances went on the disabled list with a torn ligament in his shoulder. After consultation with orthopedic surgeon James Andrews Williamson underwent Tommy John surgery, ending his season. Cincinnati general manager Jim Bowden called it “Devastating, just devastating.” Williamson returned to the bullpen for the 2002 season and went 3-4 with a 2.92 ERA. For 2003 Williamson took over as closer and saved 21 games in 43 appearances. On July 31, 2003 Cincinnati traded Williamson to the Boston Red Sox for Phil Dumatrait, Tyler Pelland and cash. The move was part of a fire sale instigated by Cincinnati management after Bowden and manager Bob Boone were fired.

In August Boston placed Williamson on the 60-day disabled list as word spread that he might undergo a second “Tommy John” surgery, which would end the 2004 season and likely preclude any activity in 2005 as well. Defying predictions, Williamson returned in September and finished the season with a 1.26 ERA in 28 appearances. However, he was left off the post-season roster and underwent surgery as Boston won the 2004 World Series. Williamson filed for free agency at the end of the season, and departed the organization after Boston declined to offer arbitration.

Williamson’s name was mentioned a number of times during trade discussions in negotiations with his team, the Seattle Mariners, who were seeking to sell Ken Griffey, Jr. However, at the end of the day, Williamson continued to play for Cincinnati. Williamson returned in 2000 for the season, but was plagued with injuries which included two toes that were broken in the middle of September. He played less games than 1999, but pitched more innings, thanks in part due to his inclusion in the rotation that started after The All-Star break.

Scott Williamson Net Worth

Scott Williamson is one of the richest Baseball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Scott Williamson 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Williamson was a student at Friendswood High School in Friendswood, Texas. His senior year, he had an 0.68 ERA and was named the district MVP. At college, Williamson began his career with Tulane University and then Oklahoma State University. The year 1996 was the first time he was a part of college summer baseball with the Chatham A’s of the Cape Cod Baseball League. As a player at Oklahoma State, he earned Big 12 first-team honors during the school year 1996-97. Williamson was selected in the draft following the end of the season and was chosen for Cincinnati Reds Cincinnati Reds in the 9th round, which was the 276th overall selection.

Cincinnati was assigned to Williamson the team’s rookie affiliate The Billings Mustangs of the Pioneer League. Beginning his career with Billings, Williamson went 8-2 with an 1.78 ERA, the best in the league at the time. In 1998, Cincinnati was promoted Williamson to Double-A Chattanooga Lookouts of the Southern League and he was able to skip Single-A completely. In his debut start with the Lookouts Williamson took on Atlanta Braves veteran John Smoltz who was playing to The Greenville Braves on a rehabilitation assignment. Williamson was able to hold his own and only allowed two runs in 6 innings of an 8-5 loss. Mark Berry, Lookouts manager who praised Williamson’s performance, said “I was highly impressed…I expected him to be more erratic because of Smoltz, the big crowd and the whole situation. It’s something he can build on.” Williamson was only able to play 17 games with the Lookouts in the year following a bout with injuries, but towards the conclusion of the season Cincinnati moved him to Triple-A Indianapolis Indians. Cincinnati was planning to bring Williamson up in September , but the player “stretched a tendon in the middle finger of his pitching hand” in the game for Indianapolis which ended his season.

The mid-season arrival of Williamson, along with Scott Sauerbeck, Jeff Suppan and Byung Hyun Kim was expected to boost an already strong Boston team to the 2003 World Series.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Scott Williamson height Not available right now. Scott weight 88 kg & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Scott Williamson Dating?

According to our records, Scott Williamson is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Scott Williamson’s is not dating anyone.

Relationships Record : We have no records of past relationships for Scott Williamson. You may help us to build the dating records for Scott Williamson!

On June 15, 2008, the Seattle Mariners signed him to a minor league contract. After joining the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers and his third organization that year, Williamson remarked that “This year has been kind of a crazy year for me…It’s kind of frustrating, but it feels good to go out and compete.” but he was released in late June after just three appearances.

Facts & Trivia

Scott Ranked on the list of most popular Baseball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Scott Williamson celebrates birthday on February 17 of every year.

On January 24, 2009, Williamson signed a minor league deal with the Detroit Tigers, who were looking for middle relievers after a disappointing 2008 season. In the end Williamson lost out to newcomer Ryan Perry and was sent down to the Triple-A Toledo Mud Hens. Detroit manager Jim Leyland praised Williamson’s experience: “I think Scott Williamson has an excellent chance…You’re talking about a pretty big-time Major League pitcher at one time.” Once in Toledo, however, Williamson had difficulties making a consistent outing and his ERA climbed steadily. On April 26, 2009, Toledo released Williamson to make room for Eddie Bonine, ending Williamson’s comeback attempt within the Detroit Tigers organization.

Top Facts about Scott Williamson

1. Scott Williamson is a retired American baseball pitcher.
2. He played for six different MLB teams during his career.
3. Williamson won the National League Rookie of the Year award in 1999.
4. He was also an All-Star selection that same year.
5. In 2003, he led the majors with 21 saves as a closer for the Cincinnati Reds.
6. Williamson had a career ERA of 3.76 and recorded 55 saves.
7. He pitched in both starting and relief roles throughout his career.
8. Williamson was known for his fastball and slider pitches.
9. He played college baseball at Oklahoma State University.
10. After retiring from baseball, Williamson became a high school coach in Texas.