Thursday, August 24, 2023

2023 Chachi #50 Rodolfo Castro


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Rodolfo Castro
Infield

Bats:  Both  Throws:  Right  Height:  6'0"  Weight:  205
Opening Day Age:  23
Born:  May 21, 1999, Los Llanos, Dominican Republic
Acquired:  Traded by the Pittsburgh Pirates to the Phillies for Bailey Falter, August 1, 2023
Contract Status:  Arbitration eligible 2026
Major League Teams:  Pittsburgh Pirates 2021-2023; Philadelphia Phillies 2023

Looking to add another infield glove, the Phillies acquired Rodolfo Castro from the Pirates for pitcher Bailey Falter at this year's trade deadline.  So far in his career, Castro has been the embodiment of the all glove, little bat middle infielder, batting .226 in 180 games with the Pirates.  Through Friday night with the Phillies, he's batting .063 (1 for 16), having made just three starts at third base or second base.

Other Notable Baseball Cards

First Mainstream Card:  2022 Topps #85
Topps Flagship Set Appearances (2):  2022-2023
Newest Card Added to My Phillies Collection:  2023 Topps #484
Total Cards in My Phillies Collection:  1 as of 8/19/23.

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2023 Chachi #50

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