Howie Clark, baseball player, 2002-2008

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

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

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