Craig Wilson, baseball player, 2001-2007

Craig Wilson

Born: 11/30/1976 in Fountain Valley, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2001-04-22 | Final Game: 2007-05-11

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 217 lbs

Full name: Craig Alan Wilson

Biography

Craig Wilson was a professional baseball player born in 1976, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from his debut on April 22, 2001, until his retirement on May 11, 2007. Primarily serving as a position player, Wilson played in a total of 698 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility and ability to contribute both offensively and defensively. He recorded 527 hits with a batting average of .262, demonstrating a consistent ability to reach base and support his team during his time in the league. Wilson's power at the plate was evident as he tallied 99 home runs and drove in 292 runs, making him a key offensive contributor for the teams he played for. In addition to his power-hitting, he also displayed speed on the basepaths, accumulating 14 stolen bases over his career. Wilson's playing style combined a mix of power and speed, making him a valuable asset during the early 2000s, a period characterized by a surge in offense across the league. His contributions to the game left a lasting impression, and he remains a notable figure for fans and historians of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
698 2010 303 527 100 14 99 292 14 198 643 0.262 0.353 0.474 0.827 4158.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 282 225 1923 132 15 224
C 40 20 130 13 2 1
OF 314 271 493 18 10 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 40
First Base 282
Left Field 47
Right Field 278
Designated Hitter 11

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2006 Player of the Week Week of 2006-04-15
2003 Player of the Week Week of 2003-09-13
2002 Player of the Week Week of 2002-06-15

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2007 ATL NL $2,000,000
2006 PIT NL $3,300,000
2005 PIT NL $3,000,000
2004 PIT NL $1,150,000
2003 PIT NL $327,000
2002 PIT NL $229,000
Total Career Earnings $10,006,000