Mark Carreon
Born: 7/19/1963 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1987-09-08 | Final Game: 1996-08-23
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Mark Steven Carreon
Biography
Mark Carreon, born in 1963, was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1987 until his retirement in 1996. Over the course of his career, he played in 738 games, accumulating a solid .277 batting average while securing 557 hits, including 69 home runs and 289 runs batted in. Known for his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively, Carreon displayed a well-rounded skill set that allowed him to adapt to various roles on the field.
Carreon began his professional journey during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the increasing emphasis on power hitting and offensive production. His career spanned an important transitional period in the game, where players began to push the boundaries of conventional hitting techniques. With 12 stolen bases to his credit, Carreon showcased speed and agility that complemented his hitting prowess. As a player, he was respected for his work ethic and dedication, leaving a lasting impact on the teams he represented during his time in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 738 | 2012 | 246 | 557 | 108 | 5 | 69 | 289 | 12 | 140 | 246 | 0.277 | 0.327 | 0.438 | 0.766 | 1112.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | NYN | NL | 9 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | NYN | NL | 7 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.556 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | NYN | NL | 68 | 133 | 20 | 41 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 17 | 0.308 | 552.7 |
| 1990 | NYN | NL | 82 | 188 | 30 | 47 | 12 | 0 | 10 | 26 | 1 | 15 | 29 | 0.250 | 319.8 |
| 1991 | NYN | NL | 106 | 254 | 18 | 66 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 2 | 12 | 26 | 0.260 | -532.0 |
| 1992 | DET | AL | 101 | 336 | 34 | 78 | 11 | 1 | 10 | 41 | 3 | 22 | 57 | 0.232 | -625.4 |
| 1993 | SFG | NL | 78 | 150 | 22 | 49 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 33 | 1 | 13 | 16 | 0.327 | 613.9 |
| 1994 | SFG | NL | 51 | 100 | 8 | 27 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 0 | 7 | 20 | 0.270 | -100.8 |
| 1995 | SFG | NL | 117 | 396 | 53 | 119 | 24 | 0 | 17 | 65 | 0 | 23 | 37 | 0.301 | 728.0 |
| 1996 | CLE | AL | 38 | 142 | 16 | 46 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 11 | 9 | 0.324 | 255.3 |
| 1996 | SFG | NL | 81 | 292 | 40 | 76 | 22 | 3 | 9 | 51 | 2 | 22 | 33 | 0.260 | 255.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 191 | 184 | 1547 | 102 | 15 | 153 |
| OF | 374 | 265 | 556 | 14 | 15 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | NYN | OF | 5 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1988 | NYN | OF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | NYN | OF | 39 | 26 | 57 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | NYN | OF | 60 | 41 | 87 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | NYN | OF | 77 | 53 | 96 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1992 | DET | OF | 83 | 77 | 178 | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| 1993 | SFN | 1B | 3 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1993 | SFN | OF | 41 | 27 | 48 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1994 | SFN | OF | 33 | 20 | 44 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | SFN | 1B | 81 | 80 | 703 | 44 | 5 | 65 |
| 1995 | SFN | OF | 22 | 15 | 29 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1996 | CLE | 1B | 34 | 32 | 305 | 19 | 2 | 23 |
| 1996 | CLE | OF | 5 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | SFN | 1B | 73 | 70 | 533 | 37 | 8 | 64 |
| 1996 | SFN | OF | 5 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 191 |
| Left Field | 175 |
| Center Field | 68 |
| Right Field | 151 |
| Designated Hitter | 15 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | SFN | NL | $1,000,000 |
| 1995 | SFN | NL | $750,000 |
| 1994 | SFN | NL | $650,000 |
| 1993 | SFN | NL | $300,000 |
| 1992 | DET | AL | $355,000 |
| 1991 | NYN | NL | $215,000 |
| 1990 | NYN | NL | $125,000 |
| 1989 | NYN | NL | $70,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,465,000 | ||