Steve Boatman went from high school to two pro seasons
Coppell's opponent Carroll High saw three players hit doubles in the 7-2 win, "but the biggest blow" came with a single lined off Boatman's foot, forcing him from the game and possibly braking his ankle, The Star-Telegram wrote.
However serious the injury was, Boatman came back and soon turned pro. His pro career ultimately lasted two seasons. He played both in rookie ball.
Coppell's career began in 1989, taken by the Astros in the 42nd round of the draft out of Coppell High.
At Coppell, Boatman also played on the football team in 1988. In May 1989 in baseball, Boatman gave up just one hit in a win.
Though drafted in 1989, Coppell didn't hit the field for the Astros until 1990, in the rookie Gulf Coast League.
He got into 13 games, starting 10. He went 3-4, with a 3.12 ERA. He then returned tp the GCL for 1991. He saw 16 outings, four starts that year. He went 1-4, with a 6.14 ERA. That season marked his last as a pro.
Made the Majors:1,431-31.7%
Never Made Majors:3,078-68.3%-X
