Charlie Greene
Born: 1/23/1971 in Miami, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-09-15 | Final Game: 2000-07-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Charles Patrick Greene
Biography
Charlie Greene was a professional baseball player born in 1971, who played in Major League Baseball from 1996 until his final game on July 1, 2000. Primarily serving as a position player, Greene's career unfolded during a time when the sport was experiencing a surge in offensive output, known as the "steroid era." Despite this context, Greene's contributions on the field were modest, as he appeared in 55 games over the span of his career.
Throughout his time in the majors, Greene accumulated 13 hits, resulting in a batting average of .173. He recorded 2 RBIs but did not hit any home runs, nor did he steal any bases. While his numbers may not reflect the power and speed that are often celebrated in baseball, Greene's journey through the league highlighted the challenges faced by many players striving to make an impact in a competitive environment. His career serves as a reminder of the diverse paths within professional baseball, where not all players achieve widespread fame but still contribute to the rich tapestry of the sport's history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 75 | 5 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 25 | 0.173 | 0.222 | 0.200 | 0.422 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | NYN | NL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | BAL | AL | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | BAL | AL | 13 | 21 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | MIL | NL | 32 | 42 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | TOR | AL | 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 52 | 21 | 180 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | NYN | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | BAL | C | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | BAL | C | 13 | 6 | 58 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | MIL | C | 31 | 13 | 104 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | TOR | C | 3 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 52 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Dade College - Kendall Campus | Miami | FL | 1990, 1991 |