Luke Carlin
Born: 12/20/1980 in Silver Spring, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-05-10 | Final Game: 2012-05-30
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Lucas Christopher Carlin
Biography
Luke Carlin was a professional baseball player born in 1980, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2008 until 2012. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 56 games, where he demonstrated his versatility and tenacity on the field. Carlin recorded a total of 25 hits, including 3 home runs, and drove in 11 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .179. He also showcased his speed with 1 stolen base during his time in the league.
Carlin's career unfolded during a period of significant transition in baseball, as the sport was evolving with advanced analytics and a greater emphasis on power hitting. Despite facing challenges at the plate, Carlin's contributions as a role player and his ability to adapt to various positions made him a valuable asset to his teams. While he may not have had the most prolific statistics, his dedication to the game and his journey through the ranks of professional baseball reflect the enduring spirit of athletes striving to make their mark in America’s pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 | 140 | 21 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 45 | 0.179 | 0.263 | 0.286 | 0.549 | -610.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SDP | NL | 36 | 94 | 12 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 10 | 34 | 0.149 | -610.5 |
| 2009 | AZ | NL | 10 | 18 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | CLE | AL | 6 | 14 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.357 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | CLE | AL | 4 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 50 | 38 | 296 | 20 | 3 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | SDN | C | 36 | 27 | 206 | 14 | 3 | 2 |
| 2009 | ARI | C | 4 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | CLE | C | 6 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | CLE | C | 4 | 3 | 32 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 50 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University | Boston | MA | 2000, 2001, 2002 |