Carlos Castillo, baseball player, 1997-2001

Carlos Castillo

Born: 4/21/1975 in Boston, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1997-04-02 | Final Game: 2001-07-22

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 240 lbs

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Biography

Carlos Castillo, born in 1975, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1997 to 2001. Known for his strong arm and competitive spirit, Castillo made a mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was experiencing a resurgence in offensive production, often referred to as the "steroid era." He played with determination and showcased his skills primarily as a starting pitcher, finishing his career with a record of 10-7 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.04. Throughout his time in the league, Castillo recorded 130 strikeouts and achieved one save, reflecting his ability to navigate challenging situations on the mound. While he may not have garnered the accolades of some of his contemporaries, Castillo's contributions to his teams were integral during the late 1990s and early 2000s, a period characterized by significant changes in player performance and the evolving strategies of baseball. His dedication to the game and his role as a pitcher remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
10 7 111 6 0 0 1 210.7 210 118 37 82 130 5.04 0

Career ERA 5.04 vs. league average 4.49 across their career seasons — 12.3% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year Team Lg W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER BB SO ERA Lg ERA Pitcher PIV
1997 CHW AL 2 1 37 2 0 0 1 66.3 68 33 33 43 4.48 4.39 (-2%) -
1998 CHW AL 6 4 54 2 0 0 0 100.3 94 57 35 64 5.11 4.43 (-15%) -
1999 CHW AL 2 2 18 2 0 0 0 41.0 45 26 14 23 5.71 4.71 (-21%) -
2001 BOS AL 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 3.0 3 2 0 0 6.00 — 0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
111 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.500 0.500 0.500 1.000 0.0

Career AVG .500 vs. league average .267 across their career seasons — +87.2% above league average.

Career OBP .500 vs. league average .337 across their career seasons — +48.3% above league average.

Career SLG .500 vs. league average .425 across their career seasons — +17.6% above league average.

Career OPS 1.000 vs. league average 0.762 across their career seasons — +31.2% above 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
1997 CHW AL 37 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.000 — — — — 0.0
1998 CHW AL 54 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1999 CHW AL 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2001 BOS AL 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 111 6 8 26 1 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1997 CHA P 37 2 1 5 0 0
1998 CHA P 54 2 5 16 1 1
1999 CHA P 18 2 1 5 0 0
2001 BOS P 2 0 1 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 111

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1999 CHA AL $250,000
1998 CHA AL $195,000
1997 CHA AL $150,000
Total Career Earnings $595,000