Gonzalez Goes to Mexico
By Atlantic League Independent Wire Services on May 27, 2009
Central Islip, N.Y. – Long Island Ducks team officials today announced that outfielder Raul Gonzalez has had his contract purchased by Tabasco (AAA) of the Mexican League. Gonzalez has been compiling a stellar season in 2009, batting .333 with one home run and 10 RBI in just 24 games. He is sixth in the Atlantic League in batting average and leads the Ducks in on-base percentage (.425), and is second in doubles (7) and runs scored (19).
“We’ll definitely miss Raul for his contributions both on and off the field,” says Ducks manager Gary Carter. “We wish him the best of luck and continued success.”
The 35-year-old has enjoyed five stops in the Major Leagues with four different organizations (Mets, Cubs, Indians and Reds), earning his first call-up in 2000 at the age of 26 with the Cubs. His finest Major League season came in 2003, when he hit two home runs and clubbed 21 RBI for the New York Mets. The outfielder played parts of eight seasons at the Triple-A level with the Mets, Pirates, Cardinals, Indians, Reds and Cubs organizations. He spent his early years in the Royals system, recording 10 or more home runs in a single season four times. Raul was selected by the Kansas City Royals in the 17th round of the 1990 draft.
The Long Island Ducks play their home games at Citibank Park and are in their 10th Anniversary Season in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. For further information, visit www.liducks.com, or call (631) 940-3825.
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