Carlos Perez
Born: 10/27/1990 in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2015-05-05 | Final Game: 2018-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Carlos Eduardo Perez
Biography
Carlos Perez, born in 1990, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2015 to 2018. Throughout his career, he showcased his skills primarily as a position player, appearing in 280 games. Perez recorded a total of 171 hits, including 17 home runs, while driving in 78 runs with a batting average of .218. His speed on the basepaths was reflected in his four stolen bases, highlighting his ability to contribute beyond just hitting.
Playing during a period marked by evolving offensive strategies in baseball, Perez faced the challenges of competing in a league that increasingly favored power hitters. Despite his lower batting average, he displayed flashes of potential, particularly in his ability to hit for power and drive in runs. Although his career was relatively short, Perez's time in the league offered a glimpse into the versatility and competitiveness of players during the mid-2010s, an era characterized by a blend of analytics and traditional scouting that shaped the way teams evaluated talent. After his retirement on September 30, 2018, Perez left behind a legacy as a player who navigated the complexities of the game during a transformative time.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 280 | 786 | 64 | 171 | 35 | 0 | 17 | 78 | 4 | 47 | 165 | 0.218 | 0.265 | 0.327 | 0.592 | -2432.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | LAA | AL | 86 | 260 | 20 | 65 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 2 | 19 | 49 | 0.250 | -502.1 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 87 | 268 | 25 | 56 | 16 | 0 | 5 | 31 | 1 | 12 | 49 | 0.209 | -1224.9 |
| 2017 | LAA | AL | 11 | 20 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.100 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | ATL | NL | 8 | 21 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | TEX | AL | 20 | 49 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | OAK | AL | 68 | 168 | 17 | 38 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 20 | 0 | 13 | 40 | 0.226 | -357.4 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 10.80 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | OAK | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 10.80 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 18 | 6 | 58 | 5 | 0 | 6 |
| C | 228 | 206 | 1572 | 147 | 14 | 11 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | LAA | C | 80 | 75 | 545 | 71 | 5 | 1 |
| 2015 | LAA | 1B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | LAA | C | 82 | 76 | 571 | 43 | 3 | 7 |
| 2016 | LAA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | LAA | C | 10 | 5 | 44 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 | ATL | C | 6 | 6 | 47 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | TEX | C | 19 | 15 | 123 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | OAK | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | OAK | C | 31 | 29 | 242 | 14 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | OAK | 1B | 15 | 6 | 52 | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | OAK | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
| Catcher | 228 |
| First Base | 18 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 17 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | LAA | AL | $513,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $513,000 | ||