Jose Capellan
Born: 1/13/1981 in Cotui, Sanchez Ramirez, D.R.
Died: 4/7/2015 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 2004-09-12 | Final Game: 2008-04-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 245 lbs
Full name: Jose Francisco Capellan
Biography
José Capellán, born in 1981, was a talented pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2004 to 2008. He played a total of five seasons, primarily known for his fastball and ability to strike out batters, totaling 98 strikeouts over his career. Capellán finished with a record of 5-7 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.89, showcasing his potential as a reliable arm in the bullpen during his time in the league.
Capellán's journey through professional baseball began in the early 2000s, and he made his MLB debut with the Atlanta Braves. Throughout his career, he demonstrated resilience on the mound, contributing to various teams, including the Milwaukee Brewers and the Detroit Tigers. Although he did not record any saves, his role as a pitcher in a competitive era highlighted his determination and skill, reflecting the challenges faced by many players trying to establish themselves in the fast-paced environment of Major League Baseball. After retiring in 2008, Capellán's career remains a testament to the journey of a player navigating the complexities of professional sports.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 7 | 99 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 123.3 | 127 | 67 | 21 | 50 | 98 | 4.89 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ATL | NL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 11.25 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | 1 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.7 | 17 | 5 | 5 | 14 | 2.87 | 499.4 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 4 | 2 | 61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 71.7 | 65 | 35 | 31 | 58 | 4.40 | -763.4 |
| 2007 | DET | AL | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 18 | 10 | 3 | 12 | 6.43 | -895.9 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 4.50 | -330.8 |
| 2008 | COL | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4.50 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ATL | NL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | MIL | NL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 61 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | DET | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | COL | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 99 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | ATL | P | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | MIL | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | MIL | P | 61 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | DET | P | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | MIL | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | COL | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 99 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | MIL | NL | $330,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $330,000 | ||