Wilyer Abreu, baseball player, 2023

Wilyer Abreu

Active Player

Born: 6/24/1999 in Maracaibo, Zulia, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 2023-08-22

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Wilyer David Abreu

Biography

Wilyer Abreu is a professional baseball player born in 1999, currently making his mark in Major League Baseball since debuting on August 22, 2023. As an active position player, Abreu has quickly established himself as a versatile asset on the field. Over the course of 160 games, he has recorded 125 hits, showcasing his ability to make consistent contact and drive the ball. With 17 home runs and 72 RBIs, he has demonstrated significant power, contributing to his team's offensive efforts. His batting average stands at .263, reflecting his solid performance at the plate. Additionally, Abreu's speed on the bases is evident with 11 stolen bases, highlighting his ability to create opportunities for scoring. Abreu's entry into the league comes during a dynamic era of baseball, where players are increasingly recognized for their athleticism and versatility. His combination of power and speed positions him as a key player to watch as he continues to develop his skills and impact the game. With a promising start to his career, Wilyer Abreu is poised to leave a lasting impression in the world of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
296 929 133 241 60 3 42 152 17 96 268 0.259 0.328 0.466 0.794 1535.8

Career AVG .259 vs. league average .245 across their career seasons — +5.7% above league average.

Career OBP .328 vs. league average .316 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .466 vs. league average .405 across their career seasons — +15.1% above league average.

Career OPS 0.794 vs. league average 0.721 across their career seasons — +10.2% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2025 ALWC2 BOS 3 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 262 224 477 18 13 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 17
Center Field 13
Right Field 232
Designated Hitter 6

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2025 Gold Glove RF
2024 Gold Glove RF

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2024 Rookie of the Year AL 6th 11.0 150 0