Carlos Paula

Born: 11/28/1927 in Havana, La Habana, Cuba

Died: 4/25/1983 in Miami, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1954-09-06 | Final Game: 1956-06-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs

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Biography

Carlos Paula was a professional baseball player born in 1927, who played primarily as a position player during his career from 1954 to 1956. Over the course of 157 games, Paula established himself as a reliable hitter, amassing 124 hits with a respectable batting average of .271. His offensive contributions included 9 home runs and 60 runs batted in (RBIs), showcasing his ability to drive in runs during critical moments. Known for his versatility on the field, Paula also demonstrated a measure of speed with 2 stolen bases. Paula's career unfolded during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, as the sport was beginning to integrate and evolve in the wake of World War II. Though his time in the league was relatively brief, he left an imprint by being part of the changing dynamics of the game. As a player who navigated the complexities of this era, Paula's contributions reflect the rich tapestry of baseball history and the diverse backgrounds that shaped the sport during the mid-20th century.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
157	457	44	124	23	8	9	60	2	27	62	0.271	0.311	0.416	0.727	27.9

Career AVG .271 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .311 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — 6.4% below league average.

Career SLG .416 vs. league average .394 across their career seasons — +5.6% above league average.

Career OPS 0.727 vs. league average 0.726 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1954	WSN	AL	9	24	2	4	1	0	0	2	0	2	4	0.167	—	—	—	—	0.0
1955	WSN	AL	115	351	34	105	20	7	6	45	2	17	43	0.299	.258 (+16%)	.332 (avg)	.393 (+14%)	.726 (+7%)	331.4
1956	WSN	AL	33	82	8	15	2	1	3	13	0	8	15	0.183	.258 (-29%)	.331 (-25%)	.397 (-14%)	.728 (-19%)	-303.5