J. P. Crawford, baseball player, 2017

J. P. Crawford

Active Player

Born: 1/11/1995 in Long Beach, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2017-09-05

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 202 lbs

Full name: John Paul Crawford

Biography

J. P. Crawford is an active professional baseball player, born in 1995, who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut in 2017. Known for his versatility as a position player, Crawford showcases a blend of offensive and defensive skills that contribute to his team's success. Over the course of his career, he has played in 930 games, accumulating a total of 837 hits, including 67 home runs and 344 RBIs. With a batting average of .248, Crawford demonstrates a solid ability to make contact and drive in runs, while also showcasing his speed on the bases with 35 stolen bases. As Crawford continues his career, he represents a new generation of players who blend traditional baseball skills with modern athleticism. His ability to perform in high-pressure situations and contribute both offensively and defensively makes him a valuable asset for his team. As he advances through the seasons, Crawford is poised to further establish his legacy in the game, continuing to evolve and adapt in an era characterized by advanced analytics and an emphasis on multi-dimensional players.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
946 3420 472 847 177 15 68 350 35 454 737 0.248 0.341 0.368 0.709 -174.9

Career AVG .248 vs. league average .247 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .341 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — +7.3% above league average.

Career SLG .368 vs. league average .411 across their career seasons — 10.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.709 vs. league average 0.729 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
17 61 4 12 3 0 2 8 7 11 0.197

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2025 ALCS SEA 7 21 0 3 1 0 0 2 3 2 0.143
2025 ALDS2 SEA 5 19 3 5 0 0 1 2 1 5 0.263
2022 ALDS2 SEA 3 14 1 3 1 0 1 1 1 3 0.214
2022 ALWC2 SEA 2 7 0 1 1 0 0 3 2 1 0.143

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 4 4 4 9 0 1
3B 26 20 15 42 1 7
SS 891 882 1077 2144 79 437

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 4
Third Base 26
Shortstop 891
Designated Hitter 1

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2020 Gold Glove SS

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2023 Most Valuable Player AL 16th 5.0 420 0