Carlos Garcia
Born: 10/15/1967 in Tachira, Táchira, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 1990-09-20 | Final Game: 1999-04-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Carlos Jesus Garcia
Biography
Carlos Garcia was a versatile position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the 1990s. Born in 1967, Garcia's career spanned from 1990 until his retirement in 1999. Over the course of 610 games, he compiled a total of 580 hits, showcasing a solid batting average of .266. Known for his speed on the bases, he recorded 73 stolen bases, which underscored his agility and ability to change the game dynamically. Although he hit 33 home runs and drove in 197 RBIs, it was his all-around skill set that garnered him recognition, culminating in an All-Star selection during his career.
Garcia played in an era marked by evolving offensive strategies and increasing emphasis on power hitting. His contributions were pivotal in teams looking for a reliable player who could get on base and create scoring opportunities. While his statistics may not place him among the most celebrated sluggers of his time, his ability to combine hitting prowess with speed made him a valuable asset to his teams, leaving a lasting impact in the game as a respected player of his generation.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 610 | 2178 | 274 | 580 | 102 | 17 | 33 | 197 | 73 | 115 | 340 | 0.266 | 0.307 | 0.374 | 0.682 | -3633.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | PIT | NL | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | PIT | NL | 12 | 24 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | PIT | NL | 22 | 39 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.205 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 141 | 546 | 77 | 147 | 25 | 5 | 12 | 47 | 18 | 31 | 67 | 0.269 | -391.9 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | 98 | 412 | 49 | 114 | 15 | 2 | 6 | 28 | 18 | 16 | 67 | 0.277 | -932.6 |
| 1995 | PIT | NL | 104 | 367 | 41 | 108 | 24 | 2 | 6 | 50 | 8 | 25 | 55 | 0.294 | -2.7 |
| 1996 | PIT | NL | 101 | 390 | 66 | 111 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 44 | 16 | 23 | 58 | 0.285 | -434.3 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | 103 | 350 | 29 | 77 | 18 | 2 | 3 | 23 | 11 | 15 | 60 | 0.220 | -1871.6 |
| 1998 | LAA | AL | 19 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | SDP | NL | 6 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | NLCS | PIT | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 529 | 493 | 1077 | 1423 | 47 | 334 |
| 3B | 24 | 16 | 12 | 44 | 5 | 4 |
| SS | 67 | 35 | 64 | 126 | 13 | 32 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | PIT | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1991 | PIT | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | PIT | 3B | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | PIT | SS | 9 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| 1992 | PIT | 2B | 14 | 7 | 19 | 24 | 1 | 8 |
| 1992 | PIT | SS | 8 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 3 |
| 1993 | PIT | 2B | 140 | 132 | 296 | 343 | 11 | 84 |
| 1993 | PIT | SS | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| 1994 | PIT | 2B | 98 | 98 | 225 | 315 | 12 | 80 |
| 1995 | PIT | 2B | 92 | 89 | 217 | 264 | 9 | 70 |
| 1995 | PIT | SS | 15 | 12 | 17 | 34 | 6 | 6 |
| 1996 | PIT | 2B | 77 | 66 | 131 | 199 | 5 | 35 |
| 1996 | PIT | 3B | 14 | 12 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 |
| 1996 | PIT | SS | 19 | 16 | 25 | 49 | 3 | 13 |
| 1997 | TOR | 2B | 96 | 93 | 168 | 253 | 8 | 50 |
| 1997 | TOR | 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | TOR | SS | 5 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1998 | ANA | 2B | 11 | 8 | 19 | 25 | 1 | 7 |
| 1998 | ANA | SS | 5 | 2 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 1999 | SDN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | SDN | 3B | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 529 |
| Third Base | 24 |
| Shortstop | 67 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | SDN | NL | $265,000 |
| 1998 | ANA | AL | $182,500 |
| 1997 | TOR | AL | $2,550,000 |
| 1996 | PIT | NL | $1,350,000 |
| 1995 | PIT | NL | $350,000 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | $192,500 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | $120,000 |
| 1992 | PIT | NL | $113,000 |
| 1990 | PIT | NL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,223,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 9th | 2.0 | 140 | 0 |