D. J. Carrasco
Born: 4/12/1977 in Safford, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-04-02 | Final Game: 2012-05-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Daniel Carrasco
Biography
D. J. Carrasco, born in 1977, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2003 to 2012. Known for his versatility on the mound, Carrasco played for several teams in Major League Baseball, establishing himself as a reliable arm in both starting and relief roles. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 24-21 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.5. He accumulated 315 strikeouts and secured 2 saves, showcasing his ability to miss bats and contribute effectively in critical situations.
Carrasco's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by increasing offensive outputs and evolving pitching strategies. His adaptability allowed him to navigate the challenges of this era, where pitchers often faced powerful lineups. While he may not have been a dominant ace, Carrasco's contributions were significant to the teams he played for, and his work ethic and competitive spirit earned him respect from teammates and opponents alike. After retiring from professional play, he left behind a legacy of perseverance and adaptability in a highly competitive sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 21 | 290 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 493.7 | 526 | 247 | 45 | 199 | 315 | 4.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 6 | 5 | 50 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 80.3 | 82 | 43 | 40 | 57 | 4.82 | - |
| 2004 | KCR | AL | 2 | 2 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35.3 | 41 | 19 | 15 | 22 | 4.84 | - |
| 2005 | KCR | AL | 6 | 8 | 21 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 114.7 | 129 | 61 | 51 | 49 | 4.79 | - |
| 2008 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.7 | 30 | 17 | 14 | 30 | 3.96 | - |
| 2009 | CHW | AL | 5 | 1 | 49 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 93.3 | 103 | 39 | 29 | 62 | 3.76 | - |
| 2010 | AZ | NL | 1 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 20 | 3.18 | - |
| 2010 | PIT | NL | 2 | 2 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 55.7 | 50 | 24 | 22 | 45 | 3.88 | 397.2 |
| 2011 | NYN | NL | 1 | 3 | 42 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 49.3 | 67 | 33 | 16 | 27 | 6.02 | -1458.7 |
| 2012 | NYN | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7.36 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 290 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 50 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | KCR | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | KCR | AL | 21 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | CHW | AL | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | CHW | AL | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | AZ | NL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | PIT | NL | 45 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | NYN | NL | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | NYN | NL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 290 | 24 | 40 | 72 | 6 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | KCA | P | 50 | 2 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 | KCA | P | 30 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | KCA | P | 21 | 20 | 16 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | CHA | P | 31 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | CHA | P | 49 | 1 | 2 | 23 | 1 | 2 |
| 2010 | ARI | P | 18 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2010 | PIT | P | 45 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | NYN | P | 42 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | NYN | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 290 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | NYN | NL | $1,200,000 |
| 2011 | NYN | NL | $1,200,000 |
| 2010 | PIT | NL | $950,000 |
| 2009 | CHA | AL | $440,000 |
| 2004 | KCA | AL | $320,500 |
| 2003 | KCA | AL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,410,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pima Community College | Tucson | AZ | 1997 |
| Chabot College | Hayward | CA | 1996 |