Mark Carreon, baseball player, 1987-1996

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

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

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