Leonys Martin, baseball player, 2011-2019

Leonys Martin

Born: 3/6/1988 in Corralillo, Villa Clara, Cuba

MLB Debut: 2011-09-02 | Final Game: 2019-06-20

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs

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Biography

Leonys Martin, born in 1988, was a talented Cuban-born outfielder who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2011 to 2019. Known for his impressive combination of speed and power, Martin played a total of 770 games throughout his career, showcasing his abilities as a dynamic position player. He accumulated 617 hits, recorded 58 home runs, and drove in 228 runs, while maintaining a batting average of .244. His prowess on the basepaths was evident, as he successfully stole 126 bases, reflecting his aggressive playing style and ability to impact games beyond just hitting. Martin began his MLB journey with the Texas Rangers, where he quickly established himself as a promising player. His speed made him a constant threat both offensively and defensively, allowing him to cover ground in the outfield and contribute significantly to his team's success. Over the years, he played for several teams, including the Seattle Mariners and the Chicago Cubs, leaving a legacy of versatility and tenacity. As part of a generation of players who began to bridge the gap between traditional baseball and modern analytics, Martin's career was emblematic of the evolving nature of the game, where speed and athleticism became increasingly valued. After retiring in 2019, he remained a respected figure in baseball, remembered for his contributions and the excitement he brought to the field.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
770 2532 334 617 94 22 58 228 126 190 637 0.244 0.301 0.367 0.668 -3847.0

Career AVG .244 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .301 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 5.8% below league average.

Career SLG .367 vs. league average .409 across their career seasons — 10.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.668 vs. league average 0.728 across their career seasons — 8.3% 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
2011 TEX AL 8 8 2 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.375 — — — — 0.0
2012 TEX AL 24 46 6 8 5 2 0 6 3 4 12 0.174 — — — — -165.4
2013 TEX AL 147 457 66 119 21 6 8 49 36 28 104 0.260 .253 (+3%) .317 (-2%) .396 (-3%) .714 (-2%) -251.0
2014 TEX AL 155 533 68 146 13 7 7 40 31 39 114 0.274 .251 (+9%) .313 (+3%) .386 (-6%) .700 (-2%) -128.9
2015 TEX AL 95 288 26 63 12 0 5 25 14 16 69 0.219 .254 (-14%) .316 (-17%) .404 (-23%) .721 (-20%) -1081.6
2016 SEA AL 143 518 72 128 17 3 15 47 24 44 149 0.247 .255 (-3%) .321 (-5%) .417 (-9%) .738 (-7%) -815.1
2017 SEA AL 34 115 12 20 2 1 3 8 6 5 29 0.174 .254 (-32%) .324 (-32%) .425 (-33%) .750 (-32%) -657.7
2017 CHC NL 15 13 2 2 1 0 0 1 1 3 4 0.154 — — — — -657.7
2018 DET AL 78 303 45 76 15 3 9 29 7 29 75 0.251 .247 (+1%) .318 (+1%) .409 (avg) .727 (avg) 29.8
2018 CLE AL 6 15 3 5 0 0 2 4 0 1 2 0.333 — — — — 29.8
2019 CLE AL 65 236 32 47 7 0 9 19 4 21 78 0.199 .252 (-21%) .322 (-15%) .434 (-21%) .757 (-18%) -777.1

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 0.7 3 2 1 0 0 27.00 0

Career ERA 27.00 vs. league average 4.36 across their career seasons — 519.5% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year Team Lg W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER BB SO ERA Lg ERA Pitcher PIV
2017 CHC NL 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0.7 3 2 0 0 27.00 — -

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
5 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2017 NLCS CHN 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
2017 NLDS2 CHN 3 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 741 664 1818 63 21 10
P 1 0 1 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2011 TEX OF 8 1 7 0 0 0
2012 TEX OF 17 13 39 1 0 1
2013 TEX OF 142 125 317 14 5 1
2014 TEX OF 152 140 415 11 8 3
2015 TEX OF 92 71 218 13 1 0
2016 SEA OF 143 142 353 11 3 3
2017 SEA OF 30 29 75 1 1 1
2017 CHN OF 12 1 8 0 0 0
2017 CHN P 1 0 1 0 0 0
2018 DET OF 74 73 228 9 2 1
2018 CLE OF 6 4 10 0 0 0
2019 CLE OF 65 65 148 3 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 1
Left Field 14
Center Field 700
Right Field 41
Designated Hitter 8

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 SEA AL $4,150,000
2015 TEX AL $4,750,000
2014 TEX AL $3,750,000
2013 TEX AL $3,250,000
Total Career Earnings $15,900,000