Israel Alcantara

Israel Alcantara, born in 1973, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player from the start of his career in 2000 until his retirement in 2006. Alcantara made his Major League Baseball debut on June 25, 2000, and concluded his MLB tenure on August 22, 2002. During his time in the league, he appeared in 51 games, showcasing his skills as a utility player. Throughout his career, Alcantara recorded a total of 31 hits, which included 6 home runs, and he drove in 15 runs, finishing with a batting average of .27. His lone stolen base added a touch of speed to his otherwise solid offensive contributions. While Alcantara's playing time was limited, he made notable contributions during his appearances, representing a solid example of the depth players can bring to a Major League roster in the early 2000s, an era characterized by a shift towards more specialized roles on teams.