Terry Shumpert is a former professional baseball player who played for several teams during his career. He was born on August 16, 1966, in Paducah, Kentucky, and attended the University of Kentucky, where he played college baseball.
Shumpert was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the second round of the 1987 Major League Baseball draft. He made his major league debut with the Royals in 1990 and played for them until 1995. During his time with the Royals, Shumpert played primarily as a second baseman and outfielder.
In 1996, Shumpert was traded to the Boston Red Sox, where he played for one season before being traded to the San Diego Padres. He played for the Padres for two seasons before being traded to the Colorado Rockies in 1999.
Shumpert had his best season with the Rockies in 2000, when he hit .328 with 10 home runs and 48 RBIs in 98 games. He also played a key role in the Rockies' run to the National League Championship Series that year.
After his time with the Rockies, Shumpert played for several other teams, including the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, and Chicago Cubs. He retired from baseball in 2003.
Throughout his career, Shumpert was known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions. He played primarily as a second baseman and outfielder, but also saw time at third base and shortstop.
In addition to his playing career, Shumpert has also worked as a coach and manager in the minor leagues. He served as a coach for the Rockies' minor league system from 2004 to 2006 and managed the Modesto Nuts, the Rockies' Class A affiliate, in 2007.
Overall, Terry Shumpert had a solid career as a professional baseball player, playing for several teams over the course of 14 seasons. He was known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions, and had his best season with the Colorado Rockies in 2000.
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