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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | CHW | AL | 17 | 67 | 4 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 0.179 | -351.7 |
| 1969 | CHW | AL | 100 | 367 | 62 | 103 | 18 | 2 | 18 | 62 | 1 | 58 | 66 | 0.281 | 1908.3 |
| 1970 | CHW | AL | 150 | 555 | 83 | 158 | 28 | 4 | 12 | 68 | 12 | 79 | 96 | 0.285 | 1383.5 |
| 1971 | CHW | AL | 141 | 500 | 64 | 147 | 21 | 7 | 7 | 70 | 16 | 62 | 61 | 0.294 | 1550.1 |
| 1972 | CHW | AL | 148 | 523 | 83 | 161 | 26 | 3 | 12 | 68 | 23 | 79 | 70 | 0.308 | 3033.4 |
| 1973 | CHW | AL | 149 | 553 | 62 | 148 | 20 | 0 | 20 | 96 | 8 | 53 | 73 | 0.268 | 676.4 |
| 1974 | CHW | AL | 149 | 551 | 66 | 137 | 19 | 2 | 8 | 58 | 8 | 46 | 76 | 0.249 | -857.4 |
| 1975 | CHW | AL | 128 | 454 | 55 | 123 | 19 | 2 | 8 | 53 | 12 | 67 | 46 | 0.271 | 837.1 |
| 1976 | CHW | AL | 20 | 63 | 7 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 5 | 0.175 | -261.3 |
| 1976 | NYY | AL | 87 | 288 | 38 | 80 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 40 | 1 | 34 | 32 | 0.278 | -261.3 |
| 1977 | LAA | AL | 11 | 18 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | NYY | AL | 65 | 181 | 21 | 41 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 17 | 24 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | CHA | OF | 17 | 17 | 24 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | CHA | OF | 100 | 98 | 154 | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| 1970 | CHA | 1B | 7 | 7 | 73 | 11 | 2 | 6 |
| 1970 | CHA | OF | 141 | 141 | 203 | 12 | 2 | 2 |
| 1971 | CHA | 1B | 130 | 123 | 1189 | 71 | 18 | 90 |
| 1971 | CHA | OF | 9 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1972 | CHA | 1B | 5 | 2 | 32 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1972 | CHA | OF | 145 | 144 | 215 | 13 | 4 | 2 |
| 1973 | CHA | 1B | 2 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CHA | OF | 70 | 70 | 118 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1974 | CHA | OF | 129 | 126 | 245 | 11 | 3 | 1 |
| 1975 | CHA | 1B | 63 | 62 | 508 | 46 | 6 | 54 |
| 1975 | CHA | OF | 46 | 45 | 72 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 1976 | CHA | OF | 9 | 8 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | NYA | 1B | 1 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | NYA | OF | 7 | 7 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1977 | CAL | 1B | 3 | 3 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1977 | NYA | OF | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 211 |
| Left Field | 653 |
| Right Field | 26 |
| Designated Hitter | 242 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1969 | TSN Rookie Player of the Year |
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 |