Andujar Cedeno, baseball player, 1990-1996

Andujar Cedeno

Born: 8/21/1969 in La Romana, La Romana, D.R.

Died: 10/28/2000 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.

MLB Debut: 1990-09-02 | Final Game: 1996-09-15

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs

Biography

Andujar Cedeno was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1990 to 1996. Born in 1969, Cedeno made his mark during a period characterized by the transition from the traditional style of play to a more power-oriented game. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 616 games, amassing 485 hits and 47 home runs, while driving in 223 runs. His batting average of .236 reflected the challenges many hitters faced during the era, which was known for its mix of emerging power hitters and traditional contact specialists. Cedeno was known for his athleticism on the field, evidenced by his ability to steal bases, finishing his career with 26 stolen bases. Despite not having the most illustrious offensive numbers, he contributed to his teams with his defensive skills and versatility, playing multiple positions throughout his career. Cedeno's journey through the majors showcased the evolving dynamics of baseball in the 1990s, highlighting the balance between speed and power that defined the game during that time. His presence on the field left a lasting impression, as he was part of a generation of players who bridged the gap between the game's historical roots and its modern-day evolution.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
616 2051 221 485 98 13 47 223 26 143 488 0.236 0.292 0.366 0.657 -4476.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 6 1 3 7 1 0
SS 599 575 709 1575 116 328

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 6
Shortstop 599

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1991 Player of the Week Week of 1991-09-07

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1996 SDN NL $500,000
1995 SDN NL $1,150,000
1994 HOU NL $340,000
1993 HOU NL $178,000
1992 HOU NL $139,000
1990 HOU NL $100,000
Total Career Earnings $2,407,000