Lou Castro
Born: 11/25/1876 in Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia
Died: 9/24/1941 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1902-04-23 | Final Game: 1902-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Luis Miguel Castro
Biography
Lou Castro was a professional baseball player born in 1876, whose career spanned from 1902 to 1904. He played primarily as a position player, participating in a total of 42 games during his time in Major League Baseball. Castro made a notable impact at the plate, accumulating 35 hits and driving in 15 runs, which reflected his ability to contribute offensively despite a batting average of .245. His power was limited, as he recorded only 1 home run, but he demonstrated speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases throughout his career.
Playing in the early 1900s, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more modern style of play, Castro's contributions came during a time when baseball was evolving. While he may not have achieved the fame of some contemporaries, his role as a consistent player in the league during its formative years remains a part of baseball history. After his retirement on September 27, 1902, Castro's brief but impactful career added to the rich tapestry of the early days of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 143 | 18 | 35 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 0.245 | 0.265 | 0.336 | 0.601 | -272.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | PHA | AL | 42 | 143 | 18 | 35 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 0.245 | -272.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 36 | 0 | 71 | 85 | 14 | 10 |
| OF | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | PHA | 2B | 36 | 0 | 71 | 85 | 14 | 10 |
| 1902 | PHA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1902 | PHA | OF | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 36 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan College | New York | NY | 1895, 1897, 1898, 1899, 1900 |