Scott Cousins
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Scott Michael Cousins is an outfielder
for the Miami Marlins organization.
As a sophomore at the University of San Francisco
in 2005, Cousins batted .309 with 30 RBI's, 13 stolen bases, and 7 home runs. On the mound, he went 8–5 with a 2.64 ERA and 76 strikeouts.
In 2006, as a junior, Cousins hit .343 with 46 RBI's, 21 stolen bases, and 7 home runs for the Dons. He also won 4 games striking out 61 batters. For his performance, Cousins was named a first-team All-American and the 2006 West Coast Conference Player of the Year. Cousins' play helped the Dons win their first WCC title and make an inaugural trip to the NCAA Regionals.
out of the University of San Francisco
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Cousins is a highly touted prospect in the Marlins organization who combines power and speed. He has good range in the outfield, and the Marlins are very pleased with his work ethic.
In 2007, for Class A Greensboro (SAL), Cousins hit .292 with 18 home runs, 74 RBI's, and 16 stolen bases. He earned "MiLB.com Class A Best Single-Game Performer honors when he slugged three home runs and drove in a career-high nine RBIs on Aug. 22 against Hickory ... stroked a game-tying two-run homer, launched a grand slam, the first of his career, an inning later, and finished his day with a three-run drive in the eighth."
In 2008, as a member of the Mesa Solar Sox, Cousins led the Arizona Fall League in RBI's with 33 and hit .297 with 6 home runs.
In 2009 for the Jacksonville Suns, Cousins batted .263 with 74 RBI's, 12 home runs, 27 stolen bases, and led all AA with 11 triples (also setting a Marlins' minor league record).
Cousins was added to the Marlins' 40 man roster following the 2009 season to protect him from the Rule 5 draft
.
Cousins hit .285 with 14 home runs, 49 RBI's, and 12 stolen bases for the New Orleans Zephyrs in the AAA Pacific Coast League before being called up on September 2, 2010.
Cousins made his Major League debut in September 2010. He got his first hit, a Walk-Off Single, against the Atlanta Braves on September 5, 2010. Regarding Cousins' call up, USF head coach Nino Giarratano stated, "Academically, athletically and personally he is most deserving of the opportunity and a lifetime of opportunities in Major League Baseball."
On September 24 and 25, Scott Cousins became the first major leaguer in 28 years (Cardinals' Willie McGee 1982) to record back-to-back pinch hit triples when he hit three baggers against the Brewers at Miller Park.
On April 21, 2011, Cousins hit his first career home run, a grand slam
off James McDonald
of the Pittsburgh Pirates
.
On May 25, 2011, Cousins ran hard into San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey
on a play at the plate after tagging up from 3rd base. Cousins said he hit Posey so that he could score. "If you hit them, you punish them and you punish yourself, but you have a chance of that ball coming out." Posey sustained a broken fibula and three torn ligaments in his ankle. Some, including former Giant J. T. Snow
, a color commentator on Giants broadcasts and adviser to Giants GM Brian Sabean
, acknowledged that it was a clean hit within the current rules of the game. Others, including Posey's wife , acknowledged the play was legal, but felt it was unnecessary and that Cousins "went hunting".
Outfielder
Outfielder is a generic term applied to each of the people playing in the three defensive positions in baseball farthest from the batter. These defenders are the left fielder, the center fielder, and the right fielder...
for the Miami Marlins organization.
Amateur career
Cousins, 6'1 197 lbs, attended North Valleys High School in Reno, Nevada (03') where he was a stand out in both baseball and basketball.As a sophomore at the University of San Francisco
University of San Francisco
The University of San Francisco , is a private, Jesuit/Catholic university located in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1855, USF was established as the first university in San Francisco. It is the second oldest institution for higher learning in California and the tenth-oldest university of...
in 2005, Cousins batted .309 with 30 RBI's, 13 stolen bases, and 7 home runs. On the mound, he went 8–5 with a 2.64 ERA and 76 strikeouts.
In 2006, as a junior, Cousins hit .343 with 46 RBI's, 21 stolen bases, and 7 home runs for the Dons. He also won 4 games striking out 61 batters. For his performance, Cousins was named a first-team All-American and the 2006 West Coast Conference Player of the Year. Cousins' play helped the Dons win their first WCC title and make an inaugural trip to the NCAA Regionals.
Professional career
Cousins was drafted by the Marlins in the third round of the 2006 Major League Baseball Draft2006 Major League Baseball Draft
The 2006 First-Year Player Draft, Major League Baseball's annual amateur draft, was held on June 6 and 7. It was conducted via conference call with representatives from each of the league's 30 teams.-First Round Selections:...
out of the University of San Francisco
University of San Francisco
The University of San Francisco , is a private, Jesuit/Catholic university located in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1855, USF was established as the first university in San Francisco. It is the second oldest institution for higher learning in California and the tenth-oldest university of...
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Cousins is a highly touted prospect in the Marlins organization who combines power and speed. He has good range in the outfield, and the Marlins are very pleased with his work ethic.
In 2007, for Class A Greensboro (SAL), Cousins hit .292 with 18 home runs, 74 RBI's, and 16 stolen bases. He earned "MiLB.com Class A Best Single-Game Performer honors when he slugged three home runs and drove in a career-high nine RBIs on Aug. 22 against Hickory ... stroked a game-tying two-run homer, launched a grand slam, the first of his career, an inning later, and finished his day with a three-run drive in the eighth."
In 2008, as a member of the Mesa Solar Sox, Cousins led the Arizona Fall League in RBI's with 33 and hit .297 with 6 home runs.
In 2009 for the Jacksonville Suns, Cousins batted .263 with 74 RBI's, 12 home runs, 27 stolen bases, and led all AA with 11 triples (also setting a Marlins' minor league record).
Cousins was added to the Marlins' 40 man roster following the 2009 season to protect him from the Rule 5 draft
Rule 5 draft
The Rule 5 draft is a Major League Baseball player draft that occurs each year in December, at the annual Winter Meeting of general managers. The Rule 5 draft aims to prevent teams from stockpiling too many young players on their minor league affiliate teams when other teams would be willing to...
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Cousins hit .285 with 14 home runs, 49 RBI's, and 12 stolen bases for the New Orleans Zephyrs in the AAA Pacific Coast League before being called up on September 2, 2010.
Cousins made his Major League debut in September 2010. He got his first hit, a Walk-Off Single, against the Atlanta Braves on September 5, 2010. Regarding Cousins' call up, USF head coach Nino Giarratano stated, "Academically, athletically and personally he is most deserving of the opportunity and a lifetime of opportunities in Major League Baseball."
On September 24 and 25, Scott Cousins became the first major leaguer in 28 years (Cardinals' Willie McGee 1982) to record back-to-back pinch hit triples when he hit three baggers against the Brewers at Miller Park.
On April 21, 2011, Cousins hit his first career home run, a grand slam
Grand slam (baseball)
In the sport of baseball, a grand slam is a home run hit with all three bases occupied by baserunners , thereby scoring four runs—the most possible in one play. According to The Dickson Baseball Dictionary, the term originated in the card game of contract bridge, in which a grand slam involves...
off James McDonald
James McDonald (baseball)
James Zell McDonald is a right-handed Major League Baseball pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates.-Los Angeles Dodgers:...
of the Pittsburgh Pirates
Pittsburgh Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates are a Major League Baseball club based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They play in the Central Division of the National League, and are five-time World Series Champions...
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On May 25, 2011, Cousins ran hard into San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey
Buster Posey
Gerald Dempsey "Buster" Posey III is a catcher for the San Francisco Giants. He was drafted by the Giants fifth overall in the 2008 Major League Baseball Draft....
on a play at the plate after tagging up from 3rd base. Cousins said he hit Posey so that he could score. "If you hit them, you punish them and you punish yourself, but you have a chance of that ball coming out." Posey sustained a broken fibula and three torn ligaments in his ankle. Some, including former Giant J. T. Snow
J. T. Snow
Jack Thomas "J. T." Snow, Jr. is a former Major League Baseball player. He played all but two games in his career as a first baseman, and played nine of his 13½ seasons with the San Francisco Giants...
, a color commentator on Giants broadcasts and adviser to Giants GM Brian Sabean
Brian Sabean
Brian R. Sabean is the Senior Vice President and General Manager of the San Francisco Giants, a Major League Baseball franchise. He has held the job since 1997, when he replaced former General Manager Bob Quinn...
, acknowledged that it was a clean hit within the current rules of the game. Others, including Posey's wife , acknowledged the play was legal, but felt it was unnecessary and that Cousins "went hunting".