Scott Hatteberg is a former Major League Baseball player who played for the Boston Red Sox, Oakland Athletics, and Cincinnati Reds. He was primarily a first baseman and designated hitter, but also played catcher and third base during his career.
Hatteberg was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the first round of the 1991 MLB draft. He made his debut with the team in 1995 and played for them until 2001. During his time with the Red Sox, Hatteberg was primarily a backup catcher and first baseman. He was known for his ability to draw walks and get on base, but struggled with his defense.
In 2002, Hatteberg signed with the Oakland Athletics as a free agent. He became the team's starting first baseman and had a breakout season, hitting .280 with 15 home runs and 61 RBIs. He also set a new American League record by going 20 consecutive plate appearances without recording an out. Hatteberg played for the Athletics until 2005 and was a key part of the team's success during that time.
In 2006, Hatteberg signed with the Cincinnati Reds. He played for the team for three seasons and was primarily a pinch hitter and backup first baseman. He retired from baseball after the 2008 season.
Overall, Hatteberg had a solid career in the major leagues. He finished with a career batting average of .273, 106 home runs, and 454 RBIs. He was known for his ability to get on base and was a valuable player for the teams he played for.
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