Carlos Delgado
Born: 6/25/1972 in Aguadilla, P.R.
MLB Debut: 1993-10-01 | Final Game: 2009-05-10
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Carlos Juan Delgado
Biography
Carlos Delgado was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1993 to 2009. Born in 1972, Delgado made a significant impact on the game during his time, playing a total of 2,035 games and amassing 2,038 hits. Known for his powerful bat, he hit 473 home runs and drove in 1,512 RBIs, showcasing his ability to be a consistent offensive threat. With a career batting average of .280, Delgado established himself as one of the premier hitters of his era, earning two All-Star selections in recognition of his talent and contributions on the field.
Delgado's playing style was characterized by his exceptional power and plate discipline, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Mets. As a key figure during the late 1990s and early 2000s, he played in an era marked by offensive explosiveness in baseball. His ability to combine power with a solid batting average allowed him to be a focal point in the lineup, leaving an enduring legacy as one of the most accomplished hitters of his generation. Delgado's contributions to the game extended beyond statistics; he was also known for his leadership and community involvement, solidifying his status as a respected figure in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2035 | 7283 | 1241 | 2038 | 483 | 18 | 473 | 1512 | 14 | 1109 | 1745 | 0.280 | 0.383 | 0.546 | 0.929 | 36237.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | TOR | AL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | TOR | AL | 43 | 130 | 17 | 28 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 24 | 1 | 25 | 46 | 0.215 | 145.6 |
| 1995 | TOR | AL | 37 | 91 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 26 | 0.165 | -568.5 |
| 1996 | TOR | AL | 138 | 488 | 68 | 132 | 28 | 2 | 25 | 92 | 0 | 58 | 139 | 0.270 | 991.1 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | 153 | 519 | 79 | 136 | 42 | 3 | 30 | 91 | 0 | 64 | 133 | 0.262 | 1695.0 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | 142 | 530 | 94 | 155 | 43 | 1 | 38 | 115 | 3 | 73 | 139 | 0.292 | 3292.3 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | 152 | 573 | 113 | 156 | 39 | 0 | 44 | 134 | 1 | 86 | 141 | 0.272 | 2774.7 |
| 2000 | TOR | AL | 162 | 569 | 115 | 196 | 57 | 1 | 41 | 137 | 0 | 123 | 104 | 0.344 | 6271.3 |
| 2001 | TOR | AL | 162 | 574 | 102 | 160 | 31 | 1 | 39 | 102 | 3 | 111 | 136 | 0.279 | 3573.4 |
| 2002 | TOR | AL | 143 | 505 | 103 | 140 | 34 | 2 | 33 | 108 | 1 | 102 | 126 | 0.277 | 3235.4 |
| 2003 | TOR | AL | 161 | 570 | 117 | 172 | 38 | 1 | 42 | 145 | 0 | 109 | 137 | 0.302 | 4743.9 |
| 2004 | TOR | AL | 128 | 458 | 74 | 123 | 26 | 0 | 32 | 99 | 0 | 69 | 115 | 0.269 | 1848.1 |
| 2005 | MIA | NL | 144 | 521 | 81 | 157 | 41 | 3 | 33 | 115 | 0 | 72 | 121 | 0.301 | 3500.8 |
| 2006 | NYN | NL | 144 | 524 | 89 | 139 | 30 | 2 | 38 | 114 | 0 | 74 | 120 | 0.265 | 2012.0 |
| 2007 | NYN | NL | 139 | 538 | 71 | 139 | 30 | 0 | 24 | 87 | 4 | 52 | 118 | 0.258 | 318.5 |
| 2008 | NYN | NL | 159 | 598 | 96 | 162 | 32 | 1 | 38 | 115 | 1 | 72 | 124 | 0.271 | 2032.1 |
| 2009 | NYN | NL | 26 | 94 | 15 | 28 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 23 | 0 | 12 | 20 | 0.298 | 372.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 37 | 8 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 0.351 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | NLDS1 | NYN | 3 | 14 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0.429 |
| 2006 | NLCS | NYN | 7 | 23 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0.304 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1767 | 1759 | 15144 | 1064 | 129 | 1496 |
| C | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 58 | 54 | 89 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | TOR | C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | TOR | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | TOR | OF | 41 | 39 | 55 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 | TOR | 1B | 4 | 2 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 1995 | TOR | OF | 17 | 15 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | TOR | 1B | 27 | 25 | 221 | 13 | 4 | 21 |
| 1997 | TOR | 1B | 119 | 116 | 962 | 67 | 12 | 98 |
| 1998 | TOR | 1B | 141 | 141 | 1165 | 87 | 10 | 110 |
| 1999 | TOR | 1B | 147 | 147 | 1306 | 84 | 14 | 134 |
| 2000 | TOR | 1B | 162 | 162 | 1416 | 82 | 13 | 157 |
| 2001 | TOR | 1B | 161 | 161 | 1518 | 103 | 9 | 166 |
| 2002 | TOR | 1B | 140 | 140 | 1232 | 95 | 12 | 121 |
| 2003 | TOR | 1B | 147 | 147 | 1355 | 103 | 10 | 137 |
| 2004 | TOR | 1B | 120 | 120 | 1041 | 88 | 5 | 98 |
| 2005 | FLO | 1B | 141 | 140 | 1147 | 83 | 14 | 133 |
| 2006 | NYN | 1B | 141 | 141 | 1199 | 70 | 8 | 95 |
| 2007 | NYN | 1B | 138 | 138 | 1133 | 74 | 8 | 101 |
| 2008 | NYN | 1B | 154 | 154 | 1237 | 105 | 8 | 106 |
| 2009 | NYN | 1B | 25 | 25 | 192 | 9 | 2 | 16 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 2 |
| First Base | 1767 |
| Left Field | 58 |
| Designated Hitter | 185 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Roberto Clemente Award | |
| 2004 | Player of the Week | Week of 2004-09-04 |
| 2003 | Player of the Week | Week of 2003-09-27 |
| 2003 | Silver Slugger | 1B |
| 2003 | TSN All-Star | 1B |
| 2002 | Player of the Week | Week of 2002-09-28 |
| 2001 | Player of the Week | Week of 2001-04-07 |
| 2000 | Hank Aaron Award | 1B |
| 2000 | MLB Players Choice Outstanding Player | |
| 2000 | MLB Players Choice Player of the Year | |
| 2000 | Player of the Week | Week of 2000-06-10 |
| 2000 | Player of the Week | Week of 2000-07-08 |
| 2000 | Player of the Week | Week of 2000-04-22 |
| 2000 | Silver Slugger | 1B |
| 2000 | TSN All-Star | 1B |
| 2000 | TSN Major League Player of the Year | |
| 1999 | Silver Slugger | 1B |
| 1998 | Player of the Week | Week of 1998-08-22 |
| 1998 | Player of the Week | Week of 1998-06-06 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | NYN | NL | $12,000,000 |
| 2008 | NYN | NL | $16,000,000 |
| 2007 | NYN | NL | $14,500,000 |
| 2006 | NYN | NL | $13,500,000 |
| 2005 | FLO | NL | $4,000,000 |
| 2004 | TOR | AL | $19,700,000 |
| 2003 | TOR | AL | $18,700,000 |
| 2002 | TOR | AL | $19,400,000 |
| 2001 | TOR | AL | $13,650,000 |
| 2000 | TOR | AL | $6,600,000 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | $5,075,000 |
| 1998 | TOR | AL | $2,400,000 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | $500,000 |
| 1996 | TOR | AL | $165,000 |
| 1994 | TOR | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $146,299,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 9th | 96.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2006 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 12th | 23.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2005 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 6th | 84.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2003 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 2nd | 213.0 | 392 | 5 |
| 2000 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 4th | 206.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1999 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 12th | 16.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1998 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 21th | 1.0 | 392 | 0 |