Cam Carreon, baseball player, 1959-1966

Cam Carreon

Born: 8/6/1937 in Colton, CA, USA

Died: 9/2/1987 in Tucson, AZ, USA

MLB Debut: 1959-09-27 | Final Game: 1966-06-08

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Camilo Carreon

Biography

Cam Carreon, born in 1937, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1959 to 1966. Known for his versatility as a position player, Carreon played in a total of 354 games throughout his career. He accumulated 260 hits and recorded a batting average of .264, illustrating his ability to contribute offensively during the era of competitive play in the late 1950s and 1960s. Carreon’s career was highlighted by his contributions as a reliable hitter and a steady presence in the lineup. With 11 home runs and 114 RBIs, he played a significant role on his teams, often coming through in clutch situations. Though he was not known for his speed, he managed to steal 3 bases during his career, demonstrating a well-rounded skill set. While his tenure in the league was relatively brief, Carreon’s impact as a player during a transformative period in baseball history remains noteworthy.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
354 986 113 260 43 4 11 114 3 97 117 0.264 0.331 0.349 0.679 -425.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 320 287 1648 115 13 21

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 320