Ryan Doumit

Professional baseball catcher Ryan Doumit plays Major League Baseball for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

According to sources close to ESPN, Doumit and the Pirates reached a deal for a three-year contract extension on December 21, 2008. The financial terms of the deal were not announced.ESPN.com: Source: Pirates, Doumit Reach Deal

After attending Moses Lake High School in Moses Lake, Washington, the Pirates selected Doumit in the second round of the 1999 amateur draft. After six years as a minor league prospect, Doumit made his MLB debut on June 5, 2005. Doumit shares the Pirates' catching duties with Ronny Paulino.

Doumit played in a career-high 83 games during the 2007 season, scoring 33 rums and 69 hits in 252 batting attempts. He also scored a career-high nine homeruns and recorded a .274 batting average.

Doumit's ability to play multiple positions (catcher, first base, left field, and right field) makes him a versatile utility option. He is also a switch hitter, with home run power from the left side.Sportsnet: Ryan Doumit

Durability has been a concern for Doumit throughout his career, and he is not great defensively as a catcher.Sportsnet: Ryan Doumit

• Mahalo's Guide to the Pittsburgh Pirates
• MLB.com: Career Stats
  • Height: 6'1"
  • Weight: 220 lbs
  • Rookie Year: 2005