Carlos Narváez is a Venezuelan catcher born in Maracay who reached the majors on July 20, 2024. At just 27 years old, the right-handed hitter is working to carve out a steady role in Baltimore after climbing through the Orioles‘ minor-league system as one of its catching prospects.
Quick Facts
- Full name: Carlos Narváez
- Position: Catcher
- Team: Baltimore Orioles
- Number: 75
- Bats / Throws: Right / Right
- Height / Weight: 5’11» / 190 lb
- Born: November 26, 1998 (27 years old)
- Hometown: Maracay, Venezuela 🇻🇪
- MLB Debut: July 20, 2024
Background
Narváez grew up in Maracay, one of Latin America’s most productive baseball hotbeds. Baltimore bet on his defensive tools and his ability to handle a pitching staff, and that investment paid off when he made his big-league debut in the summer of 2024.
Professional Career
In his first MLB season, Narváez saw time with both the Baltimore Orioles and the Boston Red Sox. Across the 2026 campaign he slashed .185/.534 OPS with 3 home runs, 10 RBI, and 17 runs scored — numbers that reflect a young catcher still finding his footing at the highest level. His stint with Boston produced a .187 AVG, while his time back in Baltimore yielded a .000 AVG in limited at-bats.
On the bases, Narváez is not a threat — just 1 stolen base on the season. The focus for him going forward is clear: sharpen the bat and keep building on the defensive reputation that got him here in the first place.
Season Stats
- 2026 (Overall): .185 AVG | 3 HR | 10 RBI | 17 R | .534 OPS | 1 SB
- 2026 — Baltimore Orioles: .000 AVG | 0 HR | 0 RBI | 0 R | .333 OPS | 0 SB
- 2026 — Boston Red Sox: .187 AVG | 3 HR | 10 RBI | 17 R | .535 OPS | 1 SB
Awards and Records
Narváez has not yet earned individual awards at the MLB level. He is still in the early stages of his career, focused on gaining experience and improving his offensive numbers to compete for a more consistent roster spot.
Fun Fact
Narváez is part of a proud tradition of Venezuelan catchers who have made it to the big leagues. His 2024 debut marked him as one of Baltimore’s catching hopes, though his early numbers make clear there is still meaningful work ahead before he fully cements himself in the majors.
