Skip Schumaker is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball (MLB) for 11 seasons. He was born on February 3, 1980, in Torrance, California, and attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he played college baseball.
Schumaker was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the fifth round of the 2001 MLB draft. He made his MLB debut with the Cardinals in 2005 and played for the team until 2012. During his time with the Cardinals, Schumaker played primarily as a second baseman and outfielder. He was known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions.
In 2013, Schumaker signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers as a free agent. He played for the Dodgers for one season before signing with the Cincinnati Reds in 2014. Schumaker played for the Reds for two seasons before retiring from baseball in 2016.
Throughout his career, Schumaker was known for his solid hitting and consistent play. He finished his career with a .278 batting average, 28 home runs, and 284 RBIs. He also had a career on-base percentage of .337 and a slugging percentage of .364.
Schumaker was a part of two World Series championship teams during his time with the Cardinals in 2006 and 2011. He played in a total of 44 postseason games and had a .276 batting average in those games.
Off the field, Schumaker was known for his leadership and work ethic. He was a respected teammate and was often praised for his positive attitude and willingness to help others.
After retiring from baseball, Schumaker remained involved in the sport. He served as a special assistant to the president of baseball operations for the San Diego Padres in 2017 and 2018. In 2019, he was named the manager of the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds, a minor league affiliate of the Cardinals.
Overall, Schumaker had a successful career in baseball and was a valuable player for the teams he played for. He was known for his versatility, solid hitting, and leadership qualities, and his contributions to the sport will not be forgotten.
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