Raul Casanova, baseball player, 1996-2008

Raul Casanova

Born: 8/23/1972 in Humacao, P.R.

MLB Debut: 1996-05-24 | Final Game: 2008-06-08

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs

Biography

Raul Casanova was a professional baseball player born in 1972, who had a career spanning from 1996 until 2008. Primarily a position player, Casanova played in a total of 387 games in Major League Baseball. He was known for his versatility on the field, contributing primarily as a catcher throughout his career. Casanova's offensive contributions included 255 hits, 35 home runs, and 130 RBIs, culminating in a career batting average of .236. His ability to handle the bat allowed him to play a notable role on various teams during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Casanova's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by the resurgence in offensive production and the increasing importance of catchers in the lineup. While he wasn't known for stealing bases, with just 2 in his career, his presence behind the plate and his contributions to the teams he played for, including the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, left a mark in the game. Raul Casanova retired from professional play on June 8, 2008, concluding a decade-long journey in Major League Baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
387 1081 98 255 40 5 35 130 2 98 200 0.236 0.304 0.379 0.683 -1861.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 328 276 1814 139 26 21

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 328
Designated Hitter 10

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2002 MIL NL $850,000
2001 MIL NL $400,000
1999 DET AL $240,000
1998 DET AL $225,000
1997 DET AL $157,500
Total Career Earnings $1,872,500