Player Biography

A graduate of Hattiesburg (MS) High School, Craig was selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the 3rd round of the 2004 Amateur Draft. After participating in the Arizona Fall League, Tatum was added to the 40-Man roster in November of 2007.

Following a successful stint in Triple-A Louisville, Craig made his Major League debut on July 21, 2009.After joining the Orioles, Craig was selected as the backup catcher for the 2010 season.

Paul and Matt have been great. They've done a great job getting me equipment deals while I was in the Minors.

     - Craig Tatum, Baltimore Orioles