Clint Barmes is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball (MLB) as a shortstop and second baseman. He was born on March 6, 1979, in Vincennes, Indiana, and attended Indiana State University, where he played college baseball.
Barmes was drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the 10th round of the 2000 MLB draft and made his MLB debut with the team in 2003. He played for the Rockies for seven seasons, from 2003 to 2010, and was known for his solid defense and occasional power hitting. In 2005, he hit a career-high 10 home runs and had a .289 batting average. He also had a memorable defensive play in 2007, when he made a diving catch and threw out a runner at first base to preserve a no-hitter by Rockies pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez.
After leaving the Rockies, Barmes played for several other teams, including the Houston Astros, Pittsburgh Pirates, and San Diego Padres. He continued to be a reliable defensive player and occasional power hitter, but his offensive production declined in his later years. He retired from baseball in 2016, after playing for the Kansas City Royals in spring training.
Overall, Barmes had a solid career in the MLB, playing in over 1,100 games and accumulating over 1,000 hits. He was known for his work ethic and professionalism, and was respected by his teammates and coaches. While he was never a star player, he was a valuable contributor to several teams and played an important role in the success of the Rockies during his time with the team.
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