Carlos Pulido
Born: 8/5/1971 in Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela
Died: 12/28/2023 in Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 1994-04-09 | Final Game: 2004-04-24
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 194 lbs
Full name: Juan Carlos Pulido
Biography
Carlos Pulido, born in 1971, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1994 to April 9, 2004. He played primarily in the Major Leagues, showcasing his talents during a time marked by the increasing offensive output of the game, often referred to as the "steroid era." Over the course of his career, Pulido recorded a win-loss record of 3-8, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.98. He accumulated a total of 47 strikeouts, demonstrating his capability to handle the pressure of major league hitters, although he did not register any saves.
Pulido's journey through Major League Baseball highlighted the challenges faced by pitchers in an era where offensive numbers were on the rise. While his overall statistics may not reflect the dominance of some of his contemporaries, Pulido's contributions on the mound were part of a larger narrative of the game during the late 1990s and early 2000s. His career, while brief, serves as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if they did not achieve superstar status.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 8 | 32 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 111.3 | 118 | 74 | 19 | 47 | 47 | 5.98 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | MIN | AL | 3 | 7 | 19 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 84.3 | 87 | 56 | 40 | 32 | 5.98 | -4160.1 |
| 2003 | MIN | AL | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.7 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 4.02 | 612.8 |
| 2004 | MIN | AL | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11.3 | 16 | 11 | 4 | 9 | 8.74 | -174.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | MIN | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | MIN | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | MIN | AL | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 32 | 15 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | MIN | P | 19 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 | MIN | P | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | MIN | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 32 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | MIN | AL | $305,000 |
| 1994 | MIN | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $414,000 | ||