Craig Biggio Video - Number Retired by Astros

Craig Biggio was one of the most popular players in baseball over the last decade. The Houston Astros legend accomplish much in the game of baseball, including more than 3000 hits and being able to reinvent himself defensively multiple times.

Biggio’s offensive stats were very impressive for his career. He finished his career, which spanned from 1988 to 2007, with 3060 hits, 1844 runs, 1175 RBIs, 414 stolen bases and a .281 batting average. Biggio also set the modern-era record of most times hit by a pitch with 285.

Defensively, Biggio entered baseball as a catcher. After a successful stint as a catcher, Biggio moved to second base. Biggio quickly became very good defensively at second base. Near the end of his career, Biggio was again asked to switch positions once again — this time to the outfield. He adapted well to the outfield before finally ending his career as a second baseman.

Baseball will remember Biggio as one of the game’s true good guys and one of the games most adaptable defensive players.

Here is a video of Craig Biggio after his number was retired by the Houston Astros: