Carlos Quentin is a Major League Baseball player. He is currently an outfielder for the Chicago White Sox.
Early Life
Carlos Jose Quentin was born in Bellflower, California, on August 28, 1982. He continued his education at Stanford University. In 2003, Quentin was selected by the Arizona Diamondbacks with the 29th pick in the Major League Baseball amateur draft.Baseball-Reference.com: Carlos Quentin
Pro Career
Quentin made his MLB debut on July 20, 2006, with the Arizona Diamondbacks. In his first season he appeared in 57 games and recorded nine home runs. The following season he appeared in 81 games and finished the season with a .214 batting average with 5 home runs. In 2007, Quentin was traded to the Chicago White Sox. He recorded his best season in 2008, hitting .288 with 36 home runs and 100 runs batted in.MLB.com: Carlos Quentin
On September 5, 2008, in the midst of a MVP caliber season, Quentin was forced to miss the remainder of the season due to an injury to his right wrist.ESPN.com: White Sox lose 100-RBI man Quentin
Carlos Quentin Timeline
- August 28, 1982: Born
- 2003: Drafted by Arizona Diamondbacks
- 2006: Debuts with Arizona Diamondbacks
- 2007: Traded to the Chicago White Sox
Carlos Quentin Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Chicago White Sox
- Baseball-Reference.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 220
- Rookie Year: 2006
Carlos Quentin Timeline
2003: Drafted by Arizona Diamondbacks
2006: Debuts with Arizona Diamondbacks
2007: Traded to the Chicago White Sox
2008: Hits 36 Home runs and 100 runs batted in