Casey Candaele, baseball player, 1986-1997

Casey Candaele

Born: 1/12/1961 in Lompoc, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1986-06-05 | Final Game: 1997-07-13

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Casey Todd Candaele

Biography

Casey Candaele was an American professional baseball player born in 1961, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1986 to 1997. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 754 games, showcasing a versatile skill set that contributed to his teams' efforts. Candaele recorded a total of 483 hits, with a career batting average of .250, along with 11 home runs and 139 runs batted in (RBIs). His speed on the bases was notable, as he amassed 37 stolen bases throughout his time in the league. Candaele played during a dynamic era in baseball characterized by significant shifts in player performance and the game’s overall landscape. Known for his tenacity and adaptability, he made an impact not only with his bat but also with his defensive capabilities. While he may not have been among the most celebrated stars of his time, Candaele's contributions were valued by his teammates and coaches, and his journey through the majors reflected the determination and hard work that defined many players of his generation.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
754 1934 206 483 86 20 11 139 37 161 211 0.250 0.308 0.332 0.640 -3602.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 .000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1996 ALDS1 CLE 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 .000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 1 0 0 0
2B 343 238 528 815 18 141
3B 54 29 33 74 5 5
OF 194 103 275 6 3 0
SS 118 61 123 213 13 43

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Second Base 343
Third Base 54
Shortstop 118
Left Field 86
Center Field 78
Right Field 38
Designated Hitter 1

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1996 CLE AL $150,000
1993 HOU NL $775,000
1992 HOU NL $935,000
1991 HOU NL $350,000
1988 MON NL $110,000
1987 MON NL $62,500
Total Career Earnings $2,382,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Arizona Tucson AZ 1980, 1981, 1982

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1987 Rookie of the Year NL 4th 9.0 120 0