What is Santiago Casilla's Net Worth?
Santiago Casilla is a Dominican professional baseball pitcher with a net worth of $7 million. Born in San Cristobal, Dominican Republic, in July 1980, Casilla is known for his role as a relief pitcher, batting and throwing right-handed.
Casilla began his professional career when he was signed by the Oakland Athletics in 2000 as an amateur free agent, initially playing under the alias Jairo Garcia using falsified documents that made him appear three years younger. He revealed his true identity during the 2006 Spring Training.
Career Highlights
- MLB Debut: Casilla made his Major League Baseball debut for the Oakland Athletics in 2004.
- Oakland Athletics (2004-2009): He played with the A's until 2009.
- San Francisco Giants (2010-2017): Casilla signed as a free agent with the Giants in 2010.
Championships and Awards
- World Series Champion: Two-time World Series Champion with the Giants in 2010 and 2012.
- World Baseball Classic: Won the World Baseball Classic with the Dominican team in 2013.
After his successful stint with the Giants, he re-signed in 2012 for a three-year deal worth $15 million, solidifying his role as a key player in the team's bullpen.
