Cody Ransom is a former professional baseball player who played for several teams during his career. He was primarily a utility infielder, capable of playing multiple positions, including third base, shortstop, and second base. Ransom began his career in the minor leagues, playing for various teams before making his major league debut with the San Francisco Giants in 2001.
Over the course of his career, Ransom played for several teams, including the Giants, Houston Astros, New York Yankees, Arizona Diamondbacks, Milwaukee Brewers, and Chicago Cubs. He was known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions, which made him a valuable asset to many teams.
Ransom's best season came in 2012, when he played for the Diamondbacks. He hit .269 with 11 home runs and 36 RBIs in 90 games, helping the team reach the playoffs. However, Ransom struggled in the postseason, going hitless in four at-bats.
Despite his success, Ransom was never a full-time starter and often found himself bouncing between the majors and minors. He was released by several teams throughout his career, including the Yankees and Cubs.
Ransom's final season in the majors came in 2013, when he played for the Cubs. He hit .189 with four home runs and 13 RBIs in 57 games before being released in August. Ransom then signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers but did not appear in any games for the team.
After his playing career ended, Ransom became a coach and manager in the minor leagues. He served as a coach for the Arizona Diamondbacks' Triple-A affiliate in 2015 before becoming the manager of the Double-A Jackson Generals in 2016. Ransom then managed the Triple-A Reno Aces in 2017 and 2018 before being named the manager of the Triple-A Sacramento River Cats in 2019.
Overall, Ransom had a solid career as a utility infielder, playing for several teams over the course of his career. While he was never a full-time starter, his versatility and ability to play multiple positions made him a valuable asset to many teams. After his playing career ended, Ransom transitioned to coaching and has had success managing in the minor leagues.
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