Craig Hansen
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| Born: | November 15, 1983 |
| Birthplace: | Glen Cove, New York |
| Hometown: | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Height: | 6' 5" |
| Weight: | 190 lbs. |
| Bats: | Right |
| Throws: | Right |
| Drafted: | 2005: 1st Round, 26th Pick by the Boston Red Sox |
| College: | St. John's University |
| High School: | Glen Cove High School (NY) |
| Other Teams: | Pittsburgh Pirates 2008-Pres. |
| Years with Boston: | 2005 - 2008 |
Craig R. Hansen, born November 15, 1983 in Glen Cove, New York, is a relief pitcher who debuted for the Red Sox in 2005. He bats and throws right-handed.
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Scouting
Possesses a hard fastball in the mid-90s, and a slider that registers in the 80s.
Amateur Career
Had a 1.68 ERA in 31 games during his junior year at St. John's. Struck out 85 batters in 64 innings. Held opposing batters to a .173 average. 2005 First Team All-American, and Big East Pitcher of the Year.
In the summer of 2004, Hansen pitched for the Harwich Mariners in the Cape Cod League. Hansen posted a record of 1-1 with 10 saves while not allowing an earned run in 22 1/3 innings. During that season, he also struck out 41, walked 2, and gave up only 9 hits. His stint on the Cape opened some eyes to his talent and he left as Basball America's #3 ranked prospect from the league.
Pro Career
Hansen was rated as the tenth-best prospect for the 2005 Draft by Baseball America. His expected bonus demands caused several teams to pass on him, so he fell to the Sox with the 26th pick. Signed with Boston on July 27, 2005, receiving a $1,325,000 bonus, and a four-year major league deal valued at $2,675,000 (for a total $4 million value).
Moment in the Sun
- Update
Trivia
- Named "closest to the majors" of all players in the 2005 draft.
- Hansen grew up a big New York Yankees fan.
External Links
- TheBaseballCube.com - Career Statistics and Analysis
- Baseball-Reference.com - Career Statistics and Analysis
- Craig Hansen at ESPN.com
