Andrew Knapp, baseball player, 2017-2024

Andrew Knapp

Born: 11/9/1991 in Roseville, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2017-04-06 | Final Game: 2024-08-28

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 189 lbs

Full name: Andrew Michael Knapp

Biography

Andrew Knapp, born in 1991, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2017 to 2024. Primarily serving as a position player, Knapp played in a total of 328 games throughout his career. Known for his versatility behind the plate and ability to contribute in various roles, he recorded 158 hits, including 13 home runs, while driving in 66 runs. His career batting average stood at .209, a statistic that reflected the challenges he faced at the plate during his time in the league. Knapp's career unfolded during a competitive era of baseball marked by the evolution of offensive strategies and the increasing importance of analytics in player evaluation. Despite facing tough competition, he demonstrated resilience and adaptability, contributing to his teams in pivotal moments. Additionally, he showcased speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases, highlighting his ability to impact the game beyond traditional hitting metrics. As Knapp transitioned into retirement in August 2024, he left a legacy of determination and the spirit of a player who embraced the challenges of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
328 756 83 158 31 4 13 66 2 103 276 0.209 0.309 0.312 0.621 -1660.8

Career AVG .209 vs. league average .247 across their career seasons — 15.5% below league average.

Career OBP .309 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .312 vs. league average .413 across their career seasons — 24.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.621 vs. league average 0.731 across their career seasons — 15.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0.3 0 0 0 0 0 0.00 0

Career ERA 0.00 vs. league average 4.27 across their career seasons — 100.0% better than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 10 0 20 0 0 3
2B 1 0 0 1 0 1
C 244 197 1793 103 20 11
P 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 1
Catcher 244
First Base 10
Second Base 1
Designated Hitter 3