Didi Gregorius, baseball player, 134 home runs, 2012-2022

Didi Gregorius

Born: 2/18/1990 in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

MLB Debut: 2012-09-05 | Final Game: 2022-08-03

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Mariekson Julius Gregorius

Biography

Didi Gregorius, born in 1990, was a prominent figure in Major League Baseball from 2012 to 2022, known for his dynamic play at shortstop and his impactful bat. Over the course of his career, he participated in 1,077 games, where he recorded 999 hits, 134 home runs, and 530 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .257. Gregorius also showcased his speed on the basepaths, stealing 37 bases, which added an additional layer to his offensive game. His contributions were particularly notable during his tenure with the New York Yankees, where he became a fan favorite for both his defensive prowess and clutch hitting. Gregorius played in an era marked by powerful offensive performances, yet he distinguished himself with his ability to handle pressure situations and deliver key hits. His smooth fielding and strong arm made him a reliable presence in the infield, and he often earned praise for his leadership qualities both on and off the field. After retiring on August 3, 2022, Gregorius left a lasting legacy, remembered for his contributions to the teams he played for and his role in the evolution of shortstop play during his time in the league.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1077 3893 503 999 180 27 134 530 37 254 612 0.257 0.308 0.420 0.728 -800.7

Career AVG .257 vs. league average .251 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .308 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .420 vs. league average .409 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.728 vs. league average 0.727 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
28 101 11 26 3 1 4 16 9 22 0.257

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2019 ALCS NYA 6 23 2 5 1 0 0 0 0 3 0.217
2019 ALDS2 NYA 3 10 2 4 0 0 1 6 2 3 0.400
2018 ALDS1 NYA 4 14 1 3 1 0 0 2 0 3 0.214
2018 ALWC NYA 1 3 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.333
2017 ALCS NYA 7 28 2 7 1 1 0 1 0 8 0.250
2017 ALDS1 NYA 5 17 3 4 0 0 2 3 6 3 0.235
2017 ALWC NYA 1 3 1 1 0 0 1 3 1 1 0.333
2015 ALWC NYA 1 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.333

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 11 7 13 26 1 3
3B 2 1 2 1 0 0
SS 1049 1014 1292 2646 94 500

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 11
Third Base 2
Shortstop 1049
Designated Hitter 2

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2018 Player of the Month April
2018 Player of the Week Week of 2018-04-28

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 NYA AL $2,425,000
2015 NYA AL $553,900
2014 ARI NL $506,500
2013 ARI NL $491,000
Total Career Earnings $3,976,400

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2018 Most Valuable Player AL 20th 3.0 420 0
2017 Most Valuable Player AL 20th 4.0 420 0