Carlos Rivero
Born: 5/20/1988 in Barquisimeto, Lara, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2014-08-29 | Final Game: 2014-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: Carlos Luis Rivero
Biography
Carlos Rivero, born in 1988, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief yet impactful period in Major League Baseball from August 29, 2014, to September 27, 2014. Primarily playing as a position player, Rivero made a notable impression in his limited time on the field. Over the course of just four games, he recorded an impressive batting average of .571, showcasing his potential as a hitter with a total of four hits, including one home run and three runs batted in (RBIs).
Despite the brevity of his career, Rivero's performance underscored the unpredictability of baseball, where even short stints can yield remarkable statistics. His ability to contribute effectively during his time in the majors reflected the competitive nature of the game during the mid-2010s, a period marked by evolving offensive strategies and an emphasis on power hitting. Rivero's journey through the league serves as a reminder of the myriad players who have graced the diamond, each leaving their unique mark on the sport, no matter how fleeting their careers may have been.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.571 | 0.625 | 1.286 | 1.911 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | BOS | AL | 4 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.571 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | BOS | 3B | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |