Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Carlos Carrasco (baseball)

How Carlos Carrasco (baseball) built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Carlos Carrasco, nicknamed "Cookie", is a Venezuelan-American professional baseball pitcher currently with the Atlanta Braves. Previously, he played for the Cleveland Indians/Guardians, New York Mets, and New York Yankees in MLB. A right-handed pitcher and batter, he stands at 6'4" and weighs 224 pounds. He is known for his resilience and positive attitude, endearing him to fans and teammates.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

November 25, 2003: Signed by Phillies

On November 25, 2003, Carlos Carrasco was signed by the Philadelphia Phillies as an undrafted free agent.

2006: Single-A Season with Lakewood BlueClaws

In 2006, Carlos Carrasco played the entire season at the Single-A level with the Lakewood BlueClaws, achieving a 2.26 ERA.

August 21, 2007: First No-Hitter

On August 21, 2007, Carlos Carrasco threw his first no-hitter.

2008: All-Star Futures Game

In 2008, Carlos Carrasco was on the World roster of the All-Star Futures Game.

July 29, 2009: Traded to the Cleveland Indians

On July 29, 2009, Carlos Carrasco was traded by the Phillies to the Cleveland Indians along with Jason Donald, Lou Marson, and Jason Knapp for Cliff Lee and Ben Francisco.

2010: 2010 Season with Cleveland

During the 2010 season, Carlos Carrasco had a 2–2 record and a 3.83 ERA in seven starts for Cleveland.

2014: 2014 Season with Cleveland

In the 2014 season, Carlos Carrasco appeared in 40 games for Cleveland and had an 8–7 record with a 2.55 ERA, striking out 140 batters.

April 7, 2015: Contract Extension

On April 7, 2015, Carlos Carrasco signed a 4-year contract extension worth $22 million with club options for 2019 and 2020.

July 7, 2017: Immaculate Inning

On July 7, 2017, in a game against the Detroit Tigers, Carlos Carrasco pitched an immaculate inning, striking out the side on nine pitches.

December 6, 2018: Contract Extension

On December 6, 2018, Carlos Carrasco signed a four-year contract extension through the 2022 season with a club option for the 2023 season.

2019: Roberto Clemente Award

In 2019, Carlos Carrasco received the Roberto Clemente Award, which is awarded annually to an MLB player who best exemplifies the game of baseball, sportsmanship, community involvement and the individual's contribution to his team.

2020: 2020 Season with Cleveland

In the 2020 season with the Cleveland Indians, Carlos Carrasco appeared in 12 games, compiling a 3–4 record with a 2.91 ERA.

January 7, 2021: Traded to the New York Mets

On January 7, 2021, Carlos Carrasco was traded by the Indians to the New York Mets along with Francisco Lindor.

2021: 2021 Season with the Mets

In 2021, Carlos Carrasco made 12 starts for the Mets, posting a 1–5 record with a 6.04 ERA. His first season with the Mets was described as "discouraging" and "frustrating."