Nick Ciuffo
Born: 3/7/1995 in Mount Pleasant, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 2018-09-03 | Final Game: 2021-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Nicholas Anthony Ciuffo
Biography
Nick Ciuffo, born in 1995, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2018 to 2021. Primarily a position player, Ciuffo played a total of 21 games during his brief career. He achieved 9 hits and recorded 1 home run, contributing 5 runs batted in (RBIs) along the way. With a batting average of .188, Ciuffo’s performance reflected the challenges many players face when transitioning to the highest level of competition.
Ciuffo's career unfolded during a period of evolving offensive strategies in baseball, where the emphasis on power and on-base percentage was becoming increasingly pronounced. Though he faced difficulties at the plate, his defensive skills and potential as a catcher were recognized, displaying the kind of versatility that teams valued. After his MLB tenure, Ciuffo's journey continued in the minor leagues, where he sought to hone his skills and make a return to the big leagues. Despite a relatively short career in the majors, he remains a notable figure in the narrative of modern baseball, representing the aspirations of many young players striving for success in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 48 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 0.188 | 0.259 | 0.292 | 0.551 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | TBR | AL | 16 | 37 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0.189 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | TBR | AL | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | BAL | AL | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 21 | 17 | 143 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | TBA | C | 16 | 14 | 108 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | TBA | C | 3 | 1 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | BAL | C | 2 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 21 |