Carlos Febles
Born: 5/24/1976 in El Seibo, El Seibo, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1998-09-14 | Final Game: 2003-08-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Carlos Manuel Febles
Biography
Carlos Febles, born in 1976, was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1998 until 2003. Over the course of his career, he played in 506 games, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder. Febles was known for his speed on the bases, accumulating 68 stolen bases, which underscored his ability to create scoring opportunities for his team. His offensive contributions included 414 hits and 24 home runs, resulting in 146 RBIs and a batting average of .250.
Febles played during a transitional period in baseball, witnessing the tail end of the 1990s and early 2000s, an era characterized by evolving offensive strategies and an increasing emphasis on both power hitting and speed. His style of play reflected this dynamic, as he balanced contact hitting with the ability to steal bases. Although he may not have been a household name, Febles left a lasting impact as a reliable player who contributed to his teams through his all-around abilities on the field. He retired from professional baseball on August 10, 2003, leaving behind a solid legacy as a dependable utility player.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 506 | 1656 | 255 | 414 | 65 | 18 | 24 | 146 | 68 | 163 | 297 | 0.250 | 0.328 | 0.354 | 0.683 | -3466.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | KCR | AL | 11 | 25 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | KCR | AL | 123 | 453 | 71 | 116 | 22 | 9 | 10 | 53 | 20 | 47 | 91 | 0.256 | -405.8 |
| 2000 | KCR | AL | 100 | 339 | 59 | 87 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 29 | 17 | 36 | 48 | 0.257 | -913.7 |
| 2001 | KCR | AL | 79 | 292 | 45 | 69 | 9 | 2 | 8 | 25 | 5 | 22 | 58 | 0.236 | -778.0 |
| 2002 | KCR | AL | 119 | 351 | 44 | 86 | 16 | 4 | 4 | 26 | 16 | 41 | 63 | 0.245 | -484.7 |
| 2003 | KCR | AL | 74 | 196 | 31 | 46 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 8 | 13 | 30 | 0.235 | -884.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 493 | 454 | 872 | 1376 | 49 | 351 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | KCA | 2B | 11 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 0 | 2 |
| 1999 | KCA | 2B | 122 | 122 | 272 | 375 | 14 | 101 |
| 2000 | KCA | 2B | 99 | 93 | 165 | 285 | 10 | 76 |
| 2001 | KCA | 2B | 78 | 73 | 128 | 224 | 7 | 62 |
| 2002 | KCA | 2B | 116 | 103 | 193 | 312 | 15 | 76 |
| 2002 | KCA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | KCA | 2B | 67 | 57 | 98 | 162 | 3 | 34 |
| 2003 | KCA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 493 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | KCA | AL | $775,000 |
| 2002 | KCA | AL | $775,000 |
| 2001 | KCA | AL | $310,000 |
| 2000 | KCA | AL | $250,000 |
| 1999 | KCA | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,310,000 | ||