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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | PIT | NL | 88 | 158 | 27 | 49 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 32 | 3 | 15 | 53 | 0.310 | 915.5 |
| 2002 | PIT | NL | 131 | 368 | 48 | 97 | 16 | 1 | 16 | 57 | 2 | 32 | 116 | 0.264 | 629.5 |
| 2003 | PIT | NL | 116 | 309 | 49 | 81 | 15 | 4 | 18 | 48 | 3 | 35 | 89 | 0.262 | 1016.7 |
| 2004 | PIT | NL | 155 | 561 | 97 | 148 | 35 | 5 | 29 | 82 | 2 | 50 | 169 | 0.264 | 1489.6 |
| 2005 | PIT | NL | 59 | 197 | 23 | 52 | 14 | 1 | 5 | 22 | 3 | 30 | 69 | 0.264 | 423.8 |
| 2006 | NYY | AL | 40 | 104 | 15 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 34 | 0.212 | -394.9 |
| 2006 | PIT | NL | 85 | 255 | 38 | 68 | 11 | 2 | 13 | 41 | 1 | 24 | 88 | 0.267 | -394.9 |
| 2007 | ATL | NL | 24 | 58 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 25 | 0.172 | -230.2 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | PIT | C | 10 | 4 | 22 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | PIT | 1B | 26 | 17 | 166 | 12 | 1 | 16 |
| 2001 | PIT | OF | 14 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | PIT | C | 5 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | PIT | 1B | 42 | 34 | 277 | 21 | 3 | 35 |
| 2002 | PIT | OF | 75 | 65 | 106 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 | PIT | C | 21 | 15 | 87 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 | PIT | 1B | 36 | 29 | 229 | 20 | 3 | 31 |
| 2003 | PIT | OF | 46 | 32 | 87 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | PIT | C | 4 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | PIT | 1B | 65 | 52 | 460 | 34 | 3 | 53 |
| 2004 | PIT | OF | 100 | 95 | 167 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2005 | PIT | 1B | 15 | 11 | 86 | 7 | 1 | 10 |
| 2005 | PIT | OF | 47 | 45 | 77 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 | NYA | 1B | 35 | 25 | 226 | 9 | 2 | 22 |
| 2006 | NYA | OF | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | PIT | 1B | 43 | 40 | 346 | 19 | 1 | 42 |
| 2006 | PIT | OF | 30 | 23 | 37 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | ATL | 1B | 20 | 17 | 133 | 10 | 1 | 15 |
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 | ||