Ed Taubensee was a professional baseball player who played as a catcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) for over a decade. He began his career with the Cincinnati Reds in 1991 and played for them until 1998. He then played for the Houston Astros from 1999 to 2001.
Taubensee was known for his solid defensive skills as a catcher and his ability to hit for power. He was also known for his durability, playing in over 100 games in six of his ten seasons in the MLB.
During his time with the Reds, Taubensee was part of the team that won the National League Central Division in 1995 and 1996. He also played in the 1995 National League Championship Series against the Atlanta Braves.
In 1999, Taubensee was traded to the Houston Astros, where he played for three seasons. He was part of the team that won the National League Central Division in 1999 and 2001. He also played in the 2001 National League Division Series against the Atlanta Braves.
Taubensee retired from baseball in 2001 due to injuries. He finished his career with a .273 batting average, 81 home runs, and 376 runs batted in.
After retiring from baseball, Taubensee became a coach and instructor. He has worked with young players and has also served as a scout for the Cincinnati Reds.
Overall, Ed Taubensee had a successful career as a catcher in the MLB. He was known for his solid defense, power hitting, and durability. He was part of several successful teams and played in multiple postseason series.
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