Ronny Cedeno
Born: 2/2/1983 in Puerto Cabello, Carabobo, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2005-04-23 | Final Game: 2014-06-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Ronny Alexander Cedeno
Biography
Ronny Cedeno was a professional baseball player who made a notable impact in Major League Baseball from 2005 to 2014. Born in 1983, Cedeno played primarily as a shortstop and showcased his skills over the course of 875 games. Known for his solid defensive abilities and versatility on the field, he contributed to his teams with a career batting average of .245, amassing 629 hits, 40 home runs, and 239 runs batted in. His speed on the bases was also an asset, as he recorded 39 stolen bases throughout his career.
Cedeno's career spanned a transformative period in baseball, during which the game saw a shift in playing styles and strategies. He played for several teams, including the Seattle Mariners and the Chicago Cubs, and was recognized for his work ethic and dedication to the sport. While he may not have been a superstar, Cedeno's role as a reliable utility player allowed him to carve out a respectable career in the majors, contributing to his teams both offensively and defensively during a competitive era in baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 875 | 2565 | 265 | 629 | 116 | 20 | 40 | 239 | 39 | 146 | 567 | 0.245 | 0.289 | 0.353 | 0.641 | -6779.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | CHC | NL | 41 | 80 | 13 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 0.300 | -6.8 |
| 2006 | CHC | NL | 151 | 534 | 51 | 131 | 18 | 7 | 6 | 41 | 8 | 17 | 109 | 0.245 | -2467.9 |
| 2007 | CHC | NL | 38 | 74 | 6 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 18 | 0.203 | -267.3 |
| 2008 | CHC | NL | 99 | 216 | 36 | 58 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 28 | 4 | 18 | 41 | 0.269 | -353.4 |
| 2009 | PIT | NL | 46 | 155 | 17 | 40 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 21 | 2 | 9 | 29 | 0.258 | -185.6 |
| 2009 | SEA | AL | 59 | 186 | 15 | 31 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 10 | 50 | 0.167 | -185.6 |
| 2010 | PIT | NL | 139 | 468 | 42 | 120 | 29 | 3 | 8 | 38 | 12 | 23 | 106 | 0.256 | -801.7 |
| 2011 | PIT | NL | 128 | 413 | 43 | 103 | 25 | 3 | 2 | 32 | 2 | 30 | 93 | 0.249 | -1003.8 |
| 2012 | NYN | NL | 78 | 166 | 18 | 43 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 22 | 0 | 17 | 35 | 0.259 | 88.5 |
| 2013 | HOU | AL | 51 | 141 | 12 | 31 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 42 | 0.220 | -545.6 |
| 2013 | SDP | NL | 38 | 123 | 12 | 33 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 8 | 31 | 0.268 | -545.6 |
| 2014 | PHI | NL | 7 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | NLDS1 | CHN | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2007 | NLDS1 | CHN | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 109 | 75 | 156 | 196 | 7 | 47 |
| 3B | 18 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 9 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 653 | 603 | 848 | 1758 | 84 | 327 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | CHN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | CHN | SS | 29 | 18 | 30 | 39 | 1 | 8 |
| 2006 | CHN | 2B | 15 | 14 | 35 | 37 | 2 | 7 |
| 2006 | CHN | SS | 134 | 130 | 148 | 357 | 23 | 64 |
| 2007 | CHN | 2B | 8 | 3 | 10 | 14 | 0 | 3 |
| 2007 | CHN | 3B | 4 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 | CHN | SS | 15 | 10 | 14 | 33 | 2 | 5 |
| 2008 | CHN | 2B | 43 | 31 | 60 | 75 | 2 | 19 |
| 2008 | CHN | 3B | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | CHN | SS | 27 | 20 | 41 | 50 | 3 | 10 |
| 2008 | CHN | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | PIT | SS | 42 | 42 | 66 | 133 | 4 | 27 |
| 2009 | SEA | 2B | 13 | 8 | 22 | 21 | 1 | 9 |
| 2009 | SEA | 3B | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | SEA | SS | 40 | 39 | 44 | 114 | 5 | 18 |
| 2009 | SEA | OF | 7 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | PIT | SS | 136 | 132 | 183 | 382 | 18 | 68 |
| 2011 | PIT | 2B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | PIT | SS | 125 | 118 | 191 | 397 | 13 | 72 |
| 2012 | NYN | 2B | 28 | 18 | 29 | 45 | 2 | 9 |
| 2012 | NYN | 3B | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | NYN | SS | 27 | 22 | 18 | 52 | 2 | 10 |
| 2013 | HOU | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | HOU | SS | 41 | 37 | 65 | 113 | 11 | 30 |
| 2013 | SDN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | SDN | SS | 35 | 34 | 46 | 84 | 2 | 14 |
| 2014 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | PHI | SS | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 109 |
| Third Base | 18 |
| Shortstop | 653 |
| Left Field | 8 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | HOU | AL | $718,000 |
| 2012 | NYN | NL | $1,150,000 |
| 2011 | PIT | NL | $1,850,000 |
| 2010 | PIT | NL | $1,125,000 |
| 2009 | SEA | AL | $822,500 |
| 2008 | CHN | NL | $407,000 |
| 2007 | CHN | NL | $400,000 |
| 2006 | CHN | NL | $336,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,808,500 | ||