Howie Clark
Born: 2/13/1974 in San Diego, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2002-07-16 | Final Game: 2008-05-24
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Howard Roddy Clark
Biography
Howie Clark was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 2002 to 2008. Born in 1974, Clark primarily played as a position player and made his mark in Major League Baseball during a competitive era that was characterized by the rise of power hitters and a focus on offensive production. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 134 games, showcasing his versatility and ability to contribute to his teams.
Clark finished his career with a batting average of .262, accumulating 79 hits and 26 RBIs, while also hitting 3 home runs. His brief stint in the majors included a notable moment as he demonstrated speed on the basepaths, recording 1 stolen base. Though not a superstar, Clark's contributions during his time in the league highlighted the importance of solid, reliable role players in a team's success. He played until May 24, 2008, leaving a legacy as a dependable utility option who navigated the complexities of professional baseball in the early 2000s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 134 | 302 | 36 | 79 | 18 | 1 | 3 | 26 | 1 | 28 | 36 | 0.262 | 0.329 | 0.358 | 0.687 | -422.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | BAL | AL | 14 | 53 | 3 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.302 | 23.5 |
| 2003 | TOR | AL | 38 | 70 | 9 | 25 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.357 | 139.0 |
| 2004 | TOR | AL | 40 | 115 | 17 | 25 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 0.217 | -347.3 |
| 2006 | BAL | AL | 7 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | TOR | AL | 31 | 49 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 0.204 | -237.5 |
| 2008 | MIN | AL | 4 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 19 | 14 | 137 | 8 | 0 | 14 |
| 2B | 8 | 6 | 6 | 19 | 1 | 2 |
| 3B | 26 | 18 | 9 | 39 | 1 | 7 |
| OF | 28 | 24 | 47 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | BAL | 1B | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2002 | BAL | OF | 4 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | TOR | 1B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | TOR | 2B | 3 | 3 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 | TOR | 3B | 13 | 10 | 2 | 20 | 1 | 4 |
| 2003 | TOR | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | TOR | OF | 5 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | TOR | 1B | 11 | 11 | 106 | 6 | 0 | 8 |
| 2004 | TOR | 2B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | TOR | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | TOR | OF | 19 | 17 | 33 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | BAL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | TOR | 1B | 3 | 2 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2007 | TOR | 2B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | TOR | 3B | 10 | 7 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 2 |
| 2007 | TOR | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | MIN | 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | MIN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | MIN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 19 |
| Second Base | 8 |
| Third Base | 26 |
| Shortstop | 3 |
| Left Field | 17 |
| Right Field | 12 |
| Designated Hitter | 24 |