Jeff McNeil, baseball player, 2018

Jeff McNeil

Active Player

Born: 4/8/1992 in Santa Barbara, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2018-07-24

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 192 lbs

Biography

Jeff McNeil, born in 1992, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility and consistent hitting. Since making his Major League Baseball debut on July 24, 2018, McNeil has become a key player for the New York Mets. He has played in 801 games, amassing 823 hits and maintaining a solid batting average of .289. His ability to get on base and drive in runs is highlighted by his 68 home runs and 313 RBIs, along with 34 stolen bases, showcasing his agility and offensive prowess. A two-time All-Star, McNeil has established himself as one of the more reliable contact hitters in the league, often praised for his disciplined approach at the plate. His playing style is characterized by a keen eye for pitches and a knack for making solid contact, making him a valuable asset in the Mets' lineup. As McNeil continues to develop his game, he remains a significant contributor to the team's success and a fan favorite, embodying the competitive spirit of contemporary baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
945 3312 438 938 198 18 80 371 38 269 441 0.283 0.351 0.426 0.777 4943.8

Career AVG .283 vs. league average .246 across their career seasons — +15.1% above league average.

Career OBP .351 vs. league average .317 across their career seasons — +10.7% above league average.

Career SLG .426 vs. league average .410 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.777 vs. league average 0.727 across their career seasons — +7.0% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
8 22 1 4 1 0 0 5 0 2 0.182

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2024 NLCS NYN 5 11 0 2 0 0 0 3 0 1 0.182
2022 NLWC1 NYN 3 11 1 2 1 0 0 2 0 1 0.182

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 3 0 2 0 0 0
2B 584 511 872 1174 28 295
3B 47 26 22 62 7 9
OF 357 297 505 18 12 5
SS 1 0 1 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 3
Second Base 584
Third Base 47
Shortstop 1
Left Field 218
Center Field 37
Right Field 124
Designated Hitter 18

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2022 Silver Slugger 2B
2022 TSN All-Star 2B

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2022 Most Valuable Player NL 15th 6.0 420 0
2018 Rookie of the Year NL 6th 1.0 150 0