Sean Casey
Born: 7/2/1974 in Willingboro, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1997-09-12 | Final Game: 2008-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Sean Thomas Casey
Biography
Sean Casey, born in 1974, was a prominent first baseman who enjoyed a successful Major League Baseball career from 1997 to 2008. Known for his engaging personality and exceptional hitting ability, Casey played in 1,405 games and amassed 1,531 hits, resulting in an impressive career batting average of .302. He demonstrated a strong offensive presence with 130 home runs and 735 RBIs, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 18 stolen bases. His contributions to the game were recognized with three All-Star selections, underlining his status as one of the top players in his era.
Casey was particularly noted for his ability to make contact and consistently produce hits, which made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Cincinnati Reds, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Boston Red Sox. Playing during a time when offensive statistics were often inflated, he managed to maintain a high batting average and was respected for his disciplined approach at the plate. Casey's legacy extends beyond his statistics; he was beloved by fans and teammates alike for his charisma and sportsmanship, leaving a lasting impact on the game long after his retirement.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1405 | 5066 | 690 | 1531 | 322 | 12 | 130 | 735 | 18 | 477 | 577 | 0.302 | 0.367 | 0.447 | 0.814 | 8198.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | CLE | AL | 6 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | 96 | 302 | 44 | 82 | 21 | 1 | 7 | 52 | 1 | 43 | 45 | 0.272 | 292.2 |
| 1999 | CIN | NL | 151 | 594 | 103 | 197 | 42 | 3 | 25 | 99 | 0 | 61 | 88 | 0.332 | 2700.3 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | 133 | 480 | 69 | 151 | 33 | 2 | 20 | 85 | 1 | 52 | 80 | 0.315 | 1588.3 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | 145 | 533 | 69 | 165 | 40 | 0 | 13 | 89 | 3 | 43 | 63 | 0.310 | 1084.4 |
| 2002 | CIN | NL | 120 | 425 | 56 | 111 | 25 | 0 | 6 | 42 | 2 | 43 | 47 | 0.261 | -502.1 |
| 2003 | CIN | NL | 147 | 573 | 71 | 167 | 19 | 3 | 14 | 80 | 4 | 51 | 58 | 0.291 | 149.4 |
| 2004 | CIN | NL | 146 | 571 | 101 | 185 | 44 | 2 | 24 | 99 | 2 | 46 | 36 | 0.324 | 2375.7 |
| 2005 | CIN | NL | 137 | 529 | 75 | 165 | 32 | 0 | 9 | 58 | 2 | 48 | 48 | 0.312 | 784.0 |
| 2006 | DET | AL | 53 | 184 | 17 | 45 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 30 | 0 | 10 | 21 | 0.245 | -536.7 |
| 2006 | PIT | NL | 59 | 213 | 30 | 63 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 29 | 0 | 23 | 22 | 0.296 | -536.7 |
| 2007 | DET | AL | 143 | 453 | 40 | 134 | 30 | 1 | 4 | 54 | 2 | 39 | 42 | 0.296 | -89.2 |
| 2008 | BOS | AL | 69 | 199 | 14 | 64 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 1 | 17 | 25 | 0.322 | 181.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 39 | 3 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 0.410 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | ALCS | BOS | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2006 | WS | DET | 5 | 17 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0.529 |
| 2006 | ALDS1 | DET | 4 | 17 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.353 |
| 2006 | ALCS | DET | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1313 | 1258 | 10875 | 558 | 53 | 947 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | CLE | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | CIN | 1B | 86 | 79 | 643 | 36 | 4 | 65 |
| 1999 | CIN | 1B | 148 | 147 | 1189 | 55 | 6 | 109 |
| 2000 | CIN | 1B | 129 | 126 | 1064 | 60 | 6 | 106 |
| 2001 | CIN | 1B | 136 | 134 | 1146 | 62 | 7 | 89 |
| 2002 | CIN | 1B | 108 | 107 | 927 | 70 | 7 | 93 |
| 2003 | CIN | 1B | 144 | 144 | 1257 | 75 | 6 | 112 |
| 2004 | CIN | 1B | 145 | 142 | 1233 | 56 | 8 | 86 |
| 2005 | CIN | 1B | 134 | 132 | 1153 | 55 | 2 | 91 |
| 2006 | DET | 1B | 51 | 47 | 467 | 14 | 2 | 40 |
| 2006 | PIT | 1B | 55 | 55 | 471 | 20 | 0 | 44 |
| 2007 | DET | 1B | 131 | 105 | 992 | 42 | 2 | 87 |
| 2008 | BOS | 1B | 45 | 40 | 331 | 13 | 3 | 25 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1313 |
| Designated Hitter | 30 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | This Year in Baseball Oddity of the Year | MLB.com GIBBY |
| 1999 | Hutch Award |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | BOS | AL | $800,000 |
| 2007 | DET | AL | $4,000,000 |
| 2006 | PIT | NL | $8,500,000 |
| 2005 | CIN | NL | $7,800,000 |
| 2004 | CIN | NL | $6,800,000 |
| 2003 | CIN | NL | $5,600,000 |
| 2002 | CIN | NL | $4,000,000 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | $3,000,000 |
| 2000 | CIN | NL | $400,000 |
| 1999 | CIN | NL | $220,000 |
| 1998 | CIN | NL | $175,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $41,295,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Richmond | Richmond | VA | 1993, 1994, 1995 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 14th | 23.0 | 448 | 0 |