Carlos Gomez
Born: 12/4/1985 in Santiago, Santiago, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2007-05-13 | Final Game: 2019-06-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Carlos Argelis Gomez
Biography
Carlos Gomez, born in 1985, was a dynamic position player in Major League Baseball who made a significant impact during his career from 2007 to 2019. Known for his electrifying speed and defensive prowess, Gomez played in 1,461 games and recorded 1,189 hits, 145 home runs, and 546 RBIs. He showcased his ability on the basepaths with 268 stolen bases, establishing himself as a constant threat to opposing pitchers and catchers. With a batting average of .252, Gomez demonstrated both power and the capability to contribute in multiple facets of the game.
Throughout his career, Gomez earned recognition for his talents, being selected as an All-Star twice. He played during an era marked by intense competition and evolving player dynamics, contributing to his teams' successes with a blend of agility and offensive skill. His lively playing style and charisma on the field endeared him to fans and secured his legacy as one of the more exciting players of his time. After retiring in 2019, Gomez left behind a memorable mark in baseball history, remembered not only for his statistics but for his infectious energy and dedication to the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1461 | 4724 | 675 | 1189 | 236 | 41 | 145 | 546 | 268 | 319 | 1259 | 0.252 | 0.313 | 0.411 | 0.724 | -895.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | NYN | NL | 58 | 125 | 14 | 29 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 12 | 8 | 27 | 0.232 | -513.2 |
| 2008 | MIN | AL | 153 | 577 | 79 | 149 | 24 | 7 | 7 | 59 | 33 | 25 | 142 | 0.258 | -1582.3 |
| 2009 | MIN | AL | 137 | 315 | 51 | 72 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 28 | 14 | 22 | 72 | 0.229 | -1143.2 |
| 2010 | MIL | NL | 97 | 291 | 38 | 72 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 24 | 18 | 17 | 72 | 0.247 | -557.7 |
| 2011 | MIL | NL | 94 | 231 | 37 | 52 | 11 | 3 | 8 | 24 | 16 | 15 | 64 | 0.225 | -325.1 |
| 2012 | MIL | NL | 137 | 415 | 72 | 108 | 19 | 4 | 19 | 51 | 37 | 20 | 98 | 0.260 | 371.6 |
| 2013 | MIL | NL | 147 | 536 | 80 | 152 | 27 | 10 | 24 | 73 | 40 | 37 | 146 | 0.284 | 1766.2 |
| 2014 | MIL | NL | 148 | 574 | 95 | 163 | 34 | 4 | 23 | 73 | 34 | 47 | 141 | 0.284 | 2222.3 |
| 2015 | HOU | AL | 41 | 149 | 19 | 36 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 10 | 8 | 31 | 0.242 | -198.2 |
| 2015 | MIL | NL | 74 | 286 | 42 | 75 | 20 | 1 | 8 | 43 | 7 | 23 | 70 | 0.262 | -198.2 |
| 2016 | HOU | AL | 85 | 295 | 27 | 62 | 16 | 1 | 5 | 29 | 13 | 21 | 100 | 0.210 | -1081.2 |
| 2016 | TEX | AL | 33 | 116 | 18 | 33 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 24 | 5 | 13 | 36 | 0.284 | -1081.2 |
| 2017 | TEX | AL | 105 | 368 | 51 | 94 | 23 | 1 | 17 | 51 | 13 | 31 | 127 | 0.255 | 533.4 |
| 2018 | TBR | AL | 118 | 360 | 42 | 75 | 15 | 2 | 9 | 32 | 12 | 25 | 103 | 0.208 | -797.0 |
| 2019 | NYN | NL | 34 | 86 | 10 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 30 | 0.198 | -281.8 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 81.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | TBR | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 81.00 | - |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 46 | 7 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 13 | 0.239 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ALDS1 | TEX | 3 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0.154 |
| 2015 | ALDS1 | HOU | 5 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.250 |
| 2015 | ALWC | HOU | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
| 2011 | NLCS | MIL | 5 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 |
| 2011 | NLDS2 | MIL | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.750 |
| 2009 | ALDS1 | MIN | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 1378 | 1206 | 3141 | 74 | 53 | 21 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | NYN | OF | 52 | 34 | 85 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 2008 | MIN | OF | 151 | 143 | 436 | 9 | 8 | 4 |
| 2009 | MIN | OF | 132 | 86 | 297 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | MIL | OF | 81 | 67 | 157 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 2011 | MIL | OF | 87 | 59 | 183 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | MIL | OF | 128 | 98 | 255 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| 2013 | MIL | OF | 145 | 143 | 391 | 12 | 5 | 2 |
| 2014 | MIL | OF | 145 | 144 | 355 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| 2015 | HOU | OF | 39 | 38 | 97 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 | MIL | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | MIL | OF | 72 | 71 | 172 | 2 | 6 | 1 |
| 2016 | HOU | OF | 78 | 77 | 157 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 | TEX | OF | 33 | 32 | 68 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | TEX | OF | 102 | 100 | 229 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 | TBA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | TBA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | TBA | OF | 103 | 91 | 201 | 5 | 7 | 2 |
| 2019 | NYN | OF | 30 | 23 | 58 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Second Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 73 |
| Center Field | 1191 |
| Right Field | 137 |
| Designated Hitter | 18 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Gold Glove | CF |
| 2013 | Player of the Week | Week of 2013-04-21 |
| 2012 | Player of the Week | Week of 2012-07-29 |
| 2008 | Player of the Week | Week of 2008-09-13 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | HOU | AL | $9,000,000 |
| 2015 | MIL | NL | $8,000,000 |
| 2014 | MIL | NL | $7,000,000 |
| 2013 | MIL | NL | $4,300,000 |
| 2012 | MIL | NL | $1,962,500 |
| 2011 | MIL | NL | $1,500,000 |
| 2010 | MIL | NL | $1,100,000 |
| 2009 | MIN | AL | $437,500 |
| 2008 | MIN | AL | $395,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $33,695,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 16th | 13.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2013 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 9th | 43.0 | 420 | 0 |