History of Carlos Carrasco (baseball) in Timeline

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

May 15, 1981: Len Barker's Perfect Game

On May 15, 1981, Len Barker threw a perfect game. It is used in reference to Carrasco's near no-hitter on July 1, 2015.

March 21, 1987: Carlos Carrasco Born

Carlos Luis Carrasco, nicknamed "Cookie", was born on March 21, 1987, in Venezuela. He is a Venezuelan-American professional baseball pitcher.

1987: Early Life

In 1987, Carlos Carrasco was born in Barquisimeto, Venezuela. By the age of 10, he was playing baseball as a third baseman. At 16, he was discovered by a baseball scout and demonstrated a 91 mph fastball for the Philadelphia Phillies scout, Sal Agostinelli. Carrasco also learned to throw left-handed at a young age.

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.

2007: Ranked Top Prospect

Entering the 2007 season, Carlos Carrasco was ranked as the top prospect in the Phillies organization and the 41st-best prospect in baseball.

2008: Top Prospect

Entering 2008, Carlos Carrasco was still ranked as the top prospect in the Phillies system, with the organization's best fastball and changeup.

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.

July 29, 2011: Ejection and Suspension

On July 29, 2011, in a game against the Kansas City Royals, Carlos Carrasco was ejected and later suspended by MLB for throwing a pitch at Billy Butler after giving up a grand slam to Melky Cabrera. He was suspended for 6 games and fined.

September 2011: Tommy John Surgery

In September 2011, Carlos Carrasco underwent Tommy John surgery.

2012: Missed Season

Due to Tommy John surgery, Carlos Carrasco missed the entire 2012 season.

April 9, 2013: First Start After Surgery and Suspension

On April 9, 2013, in his first start since Tommy John surgery and suspension, Carlos Carrasco was ejected and later suspended for eight games and fined $5,000 by MLB for intentionally throwing at Kevin Youkilis during a game against the New York Yankees.

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.

2014: Reference to Justin Masterson

Reference to Justin Masterson's immaculate inning in 2014 in comparison to Carlos Carrasco's immaculate inning on July 7, 2017.

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.

2016: Injuries in 2016

In 2016, Carlos Carrasco made two trips to the disabled list, including a fractured hand in September that forced him to miss the entire postseason. He finished the 2016 season with an 11–8 record and 3.32 ERA.

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.

June 5, 2019: Injured List

On June 5, 2019, Carlos Carrasco was placed on the 10-day injured list and was later diagnosed with chronic myelogenous leukemia.

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."