Sean Casey, baseball player, 130 home runs, 1997-2008

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1313
Designated Hitter 30

Awards & Honors

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