Carlos Santana, baseball player, 324 home runs, 2010

Carlos Santana

Born: 4/8/1986 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2010-06-11

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 215 lbs

Biography

Carlos Santana, born in 1986, is an active professional baseball player who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut in 2010. Known for his versatility as a position player, Santana continues to showcase his skills over a career that spans more than a decade. With 2,080 games played, he has amassed a total of 1,789 hits, including 324 home runs and 1,082 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .242. His ability to contribute both as a power hitter and a consistent run producer reflects his importance to the teams he has played for. Santana's career is marked by his selection as an All-Star, highlighting his recognition among peers and fans alike. Known for his patient approach at the plate, he combines power with a disciplined eye, earning him 58 stolen bases throughout his career. As he continues to compete, Santana stands as a notable figure in the modern era of baseball, showcasing the evolution of player skill sets in a game that increasingly values versatility and offensive production. His contributions to the sport continue to both inspire upcoming players and engage fans, ensuring his legacy in the annals of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
2080 7400 1058 1789 393 17 324 1082 58 1278 1449 0.242 0.354 0.431 0.785 15306.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
30 112 11 23 4 0 5 13 16 29 0.205

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2023 NLWC1 MIL 2 7 1 2 0 0 0 1 2 2 0.286
2022 ALWC2 SEA 2 8 1 2 1 0 1 3 1 4 0.250
2022 ALDS2 SEA 3 14 0 3 1 0 0 1 1 4 0.214
2020 ALWC2 CLE 2 8 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 0.000
2017 ALDS1 CLE 5 19 2 4 0 0 1 4 3 4 0.211
2016 ALCS CLE 5 18 3 3 0 0 2 2 2 2 0.167
2016 ALDS2 CLE 3 11 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.182
2016 WS CLE 7 23 2 5 1 0 1 2 6 7 0.217
2013 ALWC CLE 1 4 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 1 0.500

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1383 1352 10511 834 70 1005
3B 45 42 34 64 7 6
C 330 314 2241 173 21 12
OF 9 7 11 1 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 330
First Base 1383
Third Base 45
Left Field 1
Right Field 8
Designated Hitter 328

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2024 Gold Glove 1B
2019 Silver Slugger 1B
2019 TSN All-Star 1B
2016 Player of the Week Week of 2016-09-24
2014 Player of the Week Week of 2014-07-27

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 CLE AL $8,450,000
2015 CLE AL $6,000,000
2014 CLE AL $3,500,000
2013 CLE AL $750,000
2012 CLE AL $501,900
2011 CLE AL $416,600
Total Career Earnings $19,618,500

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2019 Most Valuable Player AL 16th 9.0 420 0
2013 Most Valuable Player AL 15th 3.0 420 0