Roger Cedeno, baseball player, 1995-2005

Roger Cedeno

Born: 8/16/1974 in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 1995-06-20 | Final Game: 2005-06-05

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Roger Leandro Cedeno

Biography

Roger Cedeno, born in 1974, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, known for his speed and offensive prowess during a career that spanned from 1995 to 2005. Over the course of 1,100 games, Cedeno compiled a batting average of .273, with 865 hits, 40 home runs, and 274 RBIs. His agility on the base paths was particularly noteworthy, as he stole 213 bases, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposing defenses and contribute to his teams' offensive strategies. Cedeno played during a dynamic era in baseball characterized by an emphasis on power hitting and speed. His contributions were significant not only in terms of statistics but also in his style of play, which reflected the evolving nature of the game in the late 1990s and early 2000s. He was recognized for his ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities, making him a valuable asset to teams like the New York Mets and the St. Louis Cardinals. Cedeno's legacy in the game is remembered for his combination of speed and hitting ability, leaving a lasting impression on fans and players alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1100 3174 478 865 127 32 40 274 213 319 613 0.273 0.340 0.371 0.710 -3604.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
20 31 5 11 1 0 0 4 1 5 0.355

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2004 NLDS1 SLN 2 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.500
2004 NLCS SLN 6 6 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 2 0.167
2004 WS SLN 3 4 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.250
1999 NLCS NYN 5 12 2 6 1 0 0 1 0 1 0.500
1999 NLDS2 NYN 4 7 1 2 0 0 0 2 1 1 0.286

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 1 0 0 0 0 0
OF 921 735 1533 31 38 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 1
Left Field 294
Center Field 281
Right Field 378
Designated Hitter 8

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2005 SLN NL $5,500,000
2004 SLN NL $5,375,000
2003 NYN NL $4,875,000
2002 NYN NL $2,375,000
2001 DET AL $2,700,000
2000 HOU NL $2,400,000
1999 NYN NL $487,500
1998 LAN NL $280,000
1997 LAN NL $200,000
1996 LAN NL $124,000
1995 LAN NL $109,000
Total Career Earnings $24,425,500