Mario Padilla

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Dallas Rangers (2000-
In the 2000 Inaugural Draft, Padilla was drafted in the ninth round by Dallas. Padilla was quickly named starting second baseman in the Dallas lineup. His first season ended with a satisfying three home runs and 20 RBI in 151 at-bats. Padilla also won a Gold Glove at 2B for his troubles that year. Dallas extended his contract at the end of the inaugural season. A contract that will keep Padilla in Dallas through the 2003 season.

Mario Padilla continued his great performances in his second season in Dallas, with a .257 average and 10 home runs. He also hit a league-high three triples. His consistant performances placed him in several top tens in the league and he'll look to continue on his good form in 2002.

Padilla exploded in 2002, hitting for .341 and 40 RBI in 50 games. He was instrumental in Dallas' Championship Series win against the Boston Bandits, hitting two home runs in five games in the postseason. He was awarded an ABA Silver Slugger Award for his efforts.

Awards
1X ABA Champion (2002)

1X ABA Silver Slugger at 2B (2002)

1X ABA Gold Glove Award at 2B (2000)