Carl Warwick
Born: 2/27/1937 in Dallas, TX, USA
Died: 4/5/2025 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1961-04-11 | Final Game: 1966-06-12
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Carl Wayne Warwick
Biography
Carl Warwick was a professional baseball player born in 1937, whose career spanned from 1961 to 1966. Known for his versatility as a position player, Warwick participated in a total of 530 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He made a significant impact on the field with 363 hits, 31 home runs, and 149 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .248. His speed on the bases was evident with 13 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to be a threat both at the plate and on the base paths.
Warwick played during a transformative period in baseball, navigating the transition from the classic era of the game into a more modern style that emphasized power and speed. His contributions were particularly valuable to teams during a time when the game was beginning to embrace more dynamic offensive strategies. While he may not have achieved stardom, Warwick's dedication and performance solidified his place in baseball history as a reliable player who contributed to his teamsโ efforts in the 1960s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 530 | 1462 | 168 | 363 | 51 | 10 | 31 | 149 | 13 | 127 | 241 | 0.248 | 0.307 | 0.360 | 0.668 | -934.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | LAD | NL | 19 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1961 | STL | NL | 55 | 152 | 27 | 38 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 3 | 18 | 33 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1962 | HOU | NL | 130 | 477 | 63 | 124 | 17 | 1 | 16 | 60 | 2 | 38 | 77 | 0.260 | -175.5 |
| 1962 | STL | NL | 13 | 23 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0.348 | -175.5 |
| 1963 | HOU | NL | 150 | 528 | 49 | 134 | 19 | 5 | 7 | 47 | 3 | 49 | 70 | 0.254 | -115.8 |
| 1964 | STL | NL | 88 | 158 | 14 | 41 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 2 | 11 | 30 | 0.259 | -63.4 |
| 1965 | BAL | AL | 9 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1965 | STL | NL | 50 | 77 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 0.156 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | CHC | NL | 16 | 22 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.750 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | WS | SLN | 5 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.750 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 5 | 43 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| OF | 422 | 342 | 694 | 27 | 15 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | LAN | OF | 12 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1961 | SLN | OF | 48 | 39 | 94 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 1962 | HOU | OF | 128 | 121 | 262 | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| 1962 | SLN | OF | 10 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1963 | HOU | 1B | 2 | 2 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1963 | HOU | OF | 141 | 132 | 240 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
| 1964 | SLN | OF | 49 | 29 | 53 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| 1965 | BAL | OF | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1965 | SLN | 1B | 4 | 3 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 1965 | SLN | OF | 21 | 9 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1966 | CHN | OF | 10 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 6 |
| Left Field | 81 |
| Center Field | 176 |
| Right Field | 202 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Christian University | Fort Worth | TX | 1956, 1957 |