Russ Canzler

Born: 4/11/1986 in Berwick, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 2011-09-15 | Final Game: 2012-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Russell Michael Canzler

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Biography

Russ Canzler was an American professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) primarily as a position player from 2011 to 2012. Born in 1986, Canzler made his MLB debut with the Tampa Bay Rays on September 15, 2011, showcasing his skills during a brief but impactful career. Over the course of 29 games, he recorded 26 hits, including three home runs, and drove in 12 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .271. Known for his versatility and ability to hit for both average and power, Canzler contributed significantly during his time in the league. Canzler's career unfolded in the early 2010s, a period marked by a focus on analytics and a shift toward power-hitting in baseball. Despite his limited time in the majors, he left an impression with his solid offensive production and ability to perform in clutch situations. After his stint with the Rays, he continued to play in the minor leagues, further solidifying his reputation as a reliable hitter and a dedicated competitor. Though his time in the spotlight was brief, Russ Canzler remains a notable figure within the narrative of early 21st-century baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
29	96	9	26	3	0	3	12	0	5	23	0.271	0.304	0.396	0.700	-64.6

Career AVG .271 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — +6.3% above league average.

Career OBP .304 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .396 vs. league average .402 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.700 vs. league average 0.722 across their career seasons — near 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
2011	TBR	AL	3	3	0	1	0	0	0	1	0	1	1	0.333	—	—	—	—	0.0
2012	CLE	AL	26	93	9	25	3	0	3	11	0	4	22	0.269	.254 (+6%)	.318 (-6%)	.405 (-2%)	.724 (-4%)	-64.6

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	8	7	52	2	1	5
OF	11	11	20	1	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2012	CLE	1B	8	7	52	2	1	5
2012	CLE	OF	11	11	20	1	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
First Base	8
Left Field	11
Designated Hitter	8