Wilson Ramos
Born: 8/10/1987 in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2010-05-02 | Final Game: 2021-08-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 241 lbs
Full name: Wilson Abraham Ramos
Biography
Wilson Ramos, born in 1987, was a prominent professional baseball player whose career spanned over a decade from 2010 to 2021. Primarily known as a catcher, Ramos played a significant role in the major leagues, participating in 990 games and amassing a total of 946 hits. He showcased his offensive prowess with a career batting average of .271, highlighted by 136 home runs and 534 RBIs. Throughout his journey, Ramos earned the distinction of being selected as an All-Star twice, reflecting his impact on the field and recognition from peers and fans alike.
Ramos was known for his strong offensive capabilities and solid defensive skills behind the plate. His ability to handle pitching staffs and contribute effectively to his team's hitting made him a valuable asset during the era he played in, which was characterized by an increasing emphasis on power-hitting and offensive production. Despite finishing his career with only one stolen base, his overall contributions to the game were significant, marking him as an influential player in the landscape of Major League Baseball during his time. He retired on August 29, 2021, leaving behind a legacy as a skilled catcher with a commendable career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | 3492 | 362 | 946 | 151 | 2 | 136 | 534 | 1 | 245 | 638 | 0.271 | 0.318 | 0.432 | 0.750 | 1557.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | MIN | AL | 7 | 27 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.296 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | WAS | NL | 15 | 52 | 3 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.269 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | WAS | NL | 113 | 389 | 48 | 104 | 22 | 1 | 15 | 52 | 0 | 38 | 76 | 0.267 | 612.0 |
| 2012 | WAS | NL | 25 | 83 | 11 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 12 | 19 | 0.265 | 83.9 |
| 2013 | WAS | NL | 78 | 287 | 29 | 78 | 9 | 0 | 16 | 59 | 0 | 15 | 42 | 0.272 | 386.3 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | 88 | 341 | 32 | 91 | 12 | 0 | 11 | 47 | 0 | 17 | 57 | 0.267 | -81.3 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | 128 | 475 | 41 | 109 | 16 | 0 | 15 | 68 | 0 | 21 | 101 | 0.229 | -1514.0 |
| 2016 | WAS | NL | 131 | 482 | 58 | 148 | 25 | 0 | 22 | 80 | 0 | 35 | 79 | 0.307 | 1416.7 |
| 2017 | TBR | AL | 64 | 208 | 19 | 54 | 6 | 0 | 11 | 35 | 0 | 10 | 36 | 0.260 | -136.1 |
| 2018 | PHI | NL | 33 | 89 | 9 | 30 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 10 | 19 | 0.337 | 316.5 |
| 2018 | TBR | AL | 78 | 293 | 30 | 87 | 14 | 0 | 14 | 53 | 0 | 22 | 61 | 0.297 | 316.5 |
| 2019 | NYN | NL | 141 | 473 | 52 | 136 | 19 | 0 | 14 | 73 | 1 | 44 | 69 | 0.288 | 255.8 |
| 2020 | NYN | NL | 45 | 142 | 13 | 34 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 31 | 0.239 | -199.5 |
| 2021 | CLE | AL | 9 | 31 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0.226 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | DET | AL | 35 | 120 | 12 | 24 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 29 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.118 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | NLDS1 | WAS | 4 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.118 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 928 | 890 | 7256 | 465 | 45 | 34 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | MIN | C | 7 | 7 | 41 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | WAS | C | 15 | 14 | 96 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | WAS | C | 108 | 106 | 684 | 55 | 5 | 7 |
| 2012 | WAS | C | 24 | 24 | 189 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 | WAS | C | 77 | 77 | 593 | 35 | 8 | 1 |
| 2014 | WAS | C | 87 | 87 | 626 | 54 | 5 | 2 |
| 2015 | WAS | C | 125 | 123 | 1026 | 77 | 6 | 3 |
| 2016 | WAS | C | 128 | 122 | 1094 | 61 | 3 | 6 |
| 2017 | TBA | C | 62 | 57 | 469 | 38 | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 | PHI | C | 23 | 22 | 190 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | TBA | C | 73 | 69 | 564 | 38 | 4 | 3 |
| 2019 | NYN | C | 124 | 113 | 1051 | 50 | 7 | 5 |
| 2020 | NYN | C | 41 | 38 | 396 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| 2021 | CLE | C | 9 | 9 | 66 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | DET | C | 25 | 22 | 171 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 928 |
| Designated Hitter | 23 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Silver Slugger | C |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | WAS | NL | $5,350,000 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | $3,550,000 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | $2,095,000 |
| 2013 | WAS | NL | $501,250 |
| 2012 | WAS | NL | $491,250 |
| 2011 | WAS | NL | $415,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $12,402,500 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 17th | 6.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2011 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 4th | 6.0 | 160 | 0 |