Had outstanding leadership and pedigree, which gave him an edge both behind the plate and when hitting. Had decent power and a very strong throwing arm. Was a very good receiver, overall. Was also a notoriously impatient hitter. Was more of a gap-to-gap hitter who struggled when he went pull-crazy. Knee problems hampered his ability to quickly get throws away to second base. | |
Long Range Potential: | Excellent catcher and born leader. |
League | Honor | Description |
AL | Rookie of the Year | 1990 |
AL | Rawlings Gold Glove Award | 1990 |
MLB | Named to the All-Star Game | 1998, 1997, 1996, 1992, 1991, 1990 |
All-Star Game - Most Valuable Player | 1997 | |
Pacific Coast League (AAA) | Most Valuable Player | 1989, 1988 |
Pacific Coast League (AAA) | All-Star Team | 1989, 1988 |
Triple-A | All-Star Team | 1989, 1988 |
Triple-A | Player of the Year | 1989, 1988 |
Minor League Baseball | Player of the Year | 1989 |
Texas League (AA) | All-Star Team | 1987 |
Double-A | All-Star Team | 1987 |