Starlin Castro
Born: 3/24/1990 in Monte Cristi, Monte Cristi, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2010-05-07 | Final Game: 2021-07-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 218 lbs
Full name: Starlin DeJesus Castro
Biography
Starlin Castro was a professional baseball player known for his dynamic play as a position player during his career from 2010 to 2021. Born in 1990, Castro made his Major League Baseball debut on May 7, 2010, and went on to establish himself as a reliable middle infielder. Throughout his career, he played in 1,573 games, amassing a total of 1,722 hits along with 138 home runs and 678 RBIs. His consistent offensive performance was highlighted by a batting average of .280 and he showcased his speed on the bases with 89 stolen bases.
Castro was selected as an All-Star four times, a testament to his skill and impact on the field during his prime years. He played in an era characterized by a high level of competition and offensive prowess, contributing significantly to his teams' successes throughout his career. His versatility and steady presence made him a valuable player, as he adapted to various roles while maintaining a solid performance at the plate. Castro's legacy in the game is marked by his contributions as a dependable hitter and an agile fielder, solidifying his place in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1573 | 6148 | 698 | 1722 | 319 | 40 | 138 | 678 | 89 | 338 | 1108 | 0.280 | 0.319 | 0.412 | 0.732 | -389.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | CHC | NL | 125 | 463 | 53 | 139 | 31 | 5 | 3 | 41 | 10 | 29 | 71 | 0.300 | 297.9 |
| 2011 | CHC | NL | 158 | 674 | 91 | 207 | 36 | 9 | 10 | 66 | 22 | 35 | 96 | 0.307 | 890.8 |
| 2012 | CHC | NL | 162 | 646 | 78 | 183 | 29 | 12 | 14 | 78 | 25 | 36 | 100 | 0.283 | 367.5 |
| 2013 | CHC | NL | 161 | 666 | 59 | 163 | 34 | 2 | 10 | 44 | 9 | 30 | 129 | 0.245 | -1635.6 |
| 2014 | CHC | NL | 134 | 528 | 58 | 154 | 33 | 1 | 14 | 65 | 4 | 35 | 100 | 0.292 | 1084.8 |
| 2015 | CHC | NL | 151 | 547 | 52 | 145 | 23 | 2 | 11 | 69 | 5 | 21 | 91 | 0.265 | -837.9 |
| 2016 | NYY | AL | 151 | 577 | 63 | 156 | 29 | 1 | 21 | 70 | 4 | 24 | 118 | 0.270 | -243.4 |
| 2017 | NYY | AL | 112 | 443 | 66 | 133 | 18 | 1 | 16 | 63 | 2 | 23 | 93 | 0.300 | 458.5 |
| 2018 | MIA | NL | 154 | 593 | 76 | 165 | 32 | 2 | 12 | 54 | 6 | 48 | 124 | 0.278 | 0.4 |
| 2019 | MIA | NL | 162 | 636 | 68 | 172 | 31 | 4 | 22 | 86 | 2 | 28 | 111 | 0.270 | -612.4 |
| 2020 | WAS | NL | 16 | 60 | 9 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0.267 | -2.8 |
| 2021 | WAS | NL | 87 | 315 | 25 | 89 | 20 | 0 | 3 | 38 | 0 | 26 | 62 | 0.283 | -157.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 84 | 7 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 0.202 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | ALWC | NYA | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | ALDS1 | NYA | 5 | 22 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0.273 |
| 2017 | ALCS | NYA | 7 | 24 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.208 |
| 2015 | NLDS1 | CHN | 4 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.286 |
| 2015 | NLCS | CHN | 4 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.125 |
| 2015 | NLWC | CHN | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 580 | 560 | 917 | 1323 | 53 | 285 |
| 3B | 130 | 126 | 79 | 233 | 16 | 25 |
| SS | 851 | 842 | 1253 | 2380 | 138 | 464 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | CHN | SS | 123 | 121 | 183 | 334 | 27 | 74 |
| 2011 | CHN | SS | 158 | 158 | 267 | 446 | 29 | 82 |
| 2012 | CHN | SS | 162 | 161 | 266 | 465 | 27 | 97 |
| 2013 | CHN | SS | 159 | 159 | 238 | 416 | 22 | 77 |
| 2014 | CHN | SS | 133 | 133 | 148 | 386 | 15 | 74 |
| 2015 | CHN | 2B | 38 | 29 | 47 | 85 | 6 | 20 |
| 2015 | CHN | SS | 109 | 104 | 143 | 323 | 18 | 58 |
| 2016 | NYA | 2B | 150 | 143 | 221 | 377 | 12 | 70 |
| 2016 | NYA | SS | 3 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 | NYA | 2B | 109 | 108 | 175 | 226 | 11 | 46 |
| 2018 | MIA | 2B | 150 | 149 | 271 | 349 | 12 | 77 |
| 2019 | MIA | 2B | 117 | 115 | 177 | 249 | 9 | 63 |
| 2019 | MIA | 3B | 45 | 42 | 27 | 76 | 4 | 8 |
| 2019 | MIA | SS | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | WAS | 2B | 16 | 16 | 26 | 37 | 3 | 9 |
| 2021 | WAS | 3B | 85 | 84 | 52 | 157 | 12 | 17 |
| 2021 | WAS | SS | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 580 |
| Third Base | 130 |
| Shortstop | 851 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Player of the Week | Week of 2011-08-07 |
| 2011 | Player of the Week | Week of 2011-04-03 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NYA | AL | $7,857,142 |
| 2015 | CHN | NL | $6,857,143 |
| 2014 | CHN | NL | $5,000,000 |
| 2013 | CHN | NL | $5,857,143 |
| 2012 | CHN | NL | $567,000 |
| 2011 | CHN | NL | $440,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $26,578,428 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 23th | 1.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2010 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 5th | 3.0 | 160 | 0 |