Robinson Cancel, baseball player, 1999-2011

Robinson Cancel

Born: 5/4/1976 in Lajas, P.R.

MLB Debut: 1999-09-03 | Final Game: 2011-06-05

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 225 lbs

Full name: Robinson Castro Cancel

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Biography

Robinson Cancel, born in 1976, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1999 to 2011. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 45 games, where he recorded 20 hits, including one home run, and drove in 10 runs. Cancel finished his career with a batting average of .200 and successfully stole one base. His playing style was characterized by versatility and a strong defensive presence, which allowed him to contribute in various roles on the field. Cancel's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, marked by significant changes in player development and the increasing importance of analytics in evaluating talent. Although not a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for were valuable, particularly in moments requiring depth and experience. His journey through MLB showcases the dedication and resilience often seen in players who navigate the challenges of professional baseball, making him a noteworthy figure in the sport's rich history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
45 100 10 20 4 0 1 10 1 6 22 0.200 0.252 0.270 0.522 -129.2

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .263 across their career seasons — 24.0% below league average.

Career OBP .252 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 24.2% below league average.

Career SLG .270 vs. league average .417 across their career seasons — 35.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.522 vs. league average 0.750 across their career seasons — 30.3% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1999 MIL NL 15 44 5 8 2 0 0 5 0 2 12 0.182 — — — — 0.0
2008 NYN NL 27 49 5 12 2 0 1 5 1 3 6 0.245 — — — — -129.2
2009 NYN NL 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2011 HOU NL 2 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 32 23 179 13 2 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1999 MIL C 15 12 84 12 2 2
2008 NYN C 15 9 81 1 0 0
2011 HOU C 2 2 14 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 32

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2000 MIL NL $200,500
Total Career Earnings $200,500