Rusney Castillo
Born: 7/9/1987 in Ciego de Ávila, Ciego de Ávila, Cuba
MLB Debut: 2014-09-17 | Final Game: 2016-06-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 207 lbs
Biography
Rusney Castillo was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2014 to 2016. Born in 1987, Castillo made his mark during a period characterized by a blend of established veteran stars and emerging talents. He was signed by the Boston Red Sox in 2014 after a successful stint in Cuba, where he showcased his speed and hitting ability.
Over the course of his brief MLB career, Castillo appeared in 99 games, recording 83 hits and achieving a batting average of .262. He demonstrated his power with 7 home runs and contributed 35 RBIs, while also showcasing his agility on the bases with 7 stolen bases. Despite his limited time in the majors, Castillo's dynamic playing style and potential captured the attention of fans and analysts alike, marking him as a noteworthy figure in the post-integration era of baseball. His journey from Cuba to the big leagues reflected the evolving landscape of talent in MLB, as teams increasingly sought to tap into international markets for skilled players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99 | 317 | 45 | 83 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 35 | 7 | 16 | 63 | 0.262 | 0.301 | 0.379 | 0.679 | -533.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | BOS | AL | 10 | 36 | 6 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | BOS | AL | 80 | 273 | 35 | 69 | 10 | 2 | 5 | 29 | 4 | 13 | 54 | 0.253 | -533.0 |
| 2016 | BOS | AL | 9 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 89 | 79 | 189 | 7 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | BOS | OF | 10 | 10 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | BOS | OF | 75 | 67 | 152 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| 2016 | BOS | OF | 4 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 26 |
| Center Field | 17 |
| Right Field | 49 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | BOS | AL | $11,400,000 |
| 2015 | BOS | AL | $11,271,000 |
| 2014 | BOS | AL | $871,429 |
| Total Career Earnings | $23,542,429 | ||