Guide Note

Johnny Estrada is a catcher for the Washington Nationals. The Houston Astros drafted Estrada in the 71st round of the 1994 amateur draft, but he declined a contract. Estrada went on to play baseball at College of the Sequoias, and was later selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 17th round of the 1997 draft. Estrada made his major league debut on May 15, 2001. He played for the Phillies, Braves, Diamondbacks, and Brewers, before joining the Naationals as a free agent in 2008.

Fast Facts

Born: June 27, 1976
Birthplace: Hayward, California
Made MLB debut with the Philadelphia Phillies
Is a Switch Hitter
2004: Became full time catcher for the Atlanta Braves

Transaction History

June 2, 1994: Drafted in the 71st round of the 1994 amateur draft by the Houston Astros (Declined contract).

June 3, 1997: Drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 17th round of the 1997 amateur draft. Player signed June 5, 1997.

December 20, 2002: Traded by the Philadelphia Phillies to the Atlanta Braves for Kevin Millwood.

December 7, 2005: Traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks for Lance Cormier and Oscar Villarreal.

November 25, 2006: Traded with Greg Aquino and Claudio Vargas to the Milwaukee Brewers for Doug Davis, Dana Eveland, and Dave Krynzel.

Strengths

Estrada is a productive switch-hitter, and rarely strikes out. He has proven durable behind the plate.[1]

Weaknesses

Estrada is not a productive batting right-handed, and does not draw many walks.[2]

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Johnny Estrada Vital Stats

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- Height: 5' 11"
- Weight: 195 lb
- Rookie Year: 2001

Johnny Estrada Timeline

June 27, 1976: Born
1997: Drafted and signed by the Philadelphia Phillies
2001: Made MLB Debut
2002: International League All-Star
2002: Traded to the Atlanta Braves
2003: International League All-Star
2004: Named National League Silver Slugger award winner
2004: Played in the All-Star game
2004: Played in the 2004 National League Division Series
2005: Traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks
2006: Traded to the Milwaukee Brewers
2007: Signs 1 year deal with the Brewers

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