Carlos May, baseball player, 1968-1977

Carlos May

Born: 5/17/1948 in Birmingham, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1968-09-06 | Final Game: 1977-10-02

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 200 lbs

Biography

Carlos May was a talented position player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1968 to 1977. Born in 1948, May played the majority of his career with the Chicago White Sox, where he became known for his solid hitting and versatility on the field. Over the course of 1,165 games, he compiled a commendable batting average of .274 while amassing 1,127 hits, 90 home runs, and 536 RBIs. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases with a total of 85 stolen bases, demonstrating his all-around athleticism during a time when the game was evolving towards a more dynamic style. May's career was marked by notable achievements, including being named the TSN Rookie Player of the Year, which highlighted his promising start in the league. He was selected as an All-Star twice, a testament to his skill and recognition among his peers. Playing during the late 1960s and 1970s, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game, May's contributions to the White Sox and his ability to adapt to the changing landscape of baseball solidified his legacy as a respected player of his time.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1165 4120 545 1127 172 23 90 536 85 512 565 0.274 0.357 0.392 0.749 7717.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
7 19 1 2 1 0 0 0 1 5 0.105

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1976 WS NYA 4 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000
1976 ALCS NYA 3 10 1 2 1 0 0 0 1 4 0.200

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 211 200 1837 133 27 151
OF 677 667 1083 60 18 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 211
Left Field 653
Right Field 26
Designated Hitter 242

Awards & Honors

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1973 Most Valuable Player AL 29th 3.0 336 0
1972 Most Valuable Player AL 21th 6.0 336 0
1969 Rookie of the Year AL 3rd 5.0 24 5