Adam Engel

Born: 12/9/1991 in Cincinnati, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 2017-05-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Adam Trevor Engel

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Biography

Adam Engel was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2017 to 2022. Born in 1991, Engel played primarily as a position player, showcasing his talents with the Chicago White Sox. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 528 games, where he accumulated 318 hits and 30 home runs, driving in 123 runs. Engel's batting average stood at .224, reflecting a player who often contributed more with his defensive prowess and speed rather than as a traditional offensive threat. Known for his exceptional defensive skills, Engel was recognized for his ability to patrol the outfield with agility and precision, earning him a reputation as a reliable defender. He also demonstrated notable speed on the bases, finishing his career with 47 stolen bases. Engel's contributions were particularly valuable during a period when teams increasingly prioritized versatility and athleticism in their lineup. His tenure with the White Sox coincided with the franchise's efforts to rebuild and develop young talent, positioning Engel as a key component in the team's evolution during the late 2010s.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
528	1419	173	318	65	11	30	123	47	76	452	0.224	0.279	0.349	0.628	-4024.4

Career AVG .224 vs. league average .248 across their career seasons — 9.7% below league average.

Career OBP .279 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 12.6% below league average.

Career SLG .349 vs. league average .415 across their career seasons — 16.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.628 vs. league average 0.734 across their career seasons — 14.5% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
2017	CHW	AL	97	301	34	50	11	3	6	21	8	19	117	0.166	.254 (-35%)	.324 (-28%)	.425 (-34%)	.750 (-31%)	-1834.7
2018	CHW	AL	143	429	49	101	17	4	6	29	16	18	129	0.235	.247 (-5%)	.318 (-12%)	.409 (-18%)	.727 (-16%)	-1378.7
2019	CHW	AL	89	227	26	55	10	2	6	26	3	14	78	0.242	.252 (-4%)	.322 (-6%)	.434 (-12%)	.757 (-9%)	-394.5
2020	CHW	AL	36	88	11	26	5	1	3	12	1	3	19	0.295	.244 (+21%)	.321 (+4%)	.417 (+14%)	.739 (+10%)	128.4
2021	CHW	AL	39	123	21	31	9	0	7	18	7	11	31	0.252	.243 (+3%)	.317 (+6%)	.410 (+21%)	.727 (+14%)	298.5
2022	CHW	AL	119	245	32	55	13	1	2	17	12	11	76	0.224	.242 (-8%)	.311 (-14%)	.394 (-21%)	.706 (-18%)	-843.4
2023	SDP	NL	5	6	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0