Yermin Mercedes, baseball player, 2020-2022

Yermin Mercedes

Born: 2/14/1993 in La Romana, La Romana, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2020-08-02 | Final Game: 2022-08-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 245 lbs

Full name: Yermin Francisco Mercedes

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Biography

Yermin Mercedes, born in 1993, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2020 to 2022. Known for his powerful hitting and unique batting style, Mercedes played primarily as a position player. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 100 games, amassing 82 hits, including 8 home runs and 45 RBIs. His career batting average stood at .261, reflecting his ability to contribute offensively during his time in the league. Despite not recording any stolen bases, Mercedes was recognized for his overall offensive contributions, earning the distinction of Rookie of the Month during his debut season. Mercedes entered the majors during a competitive era marked by a focus on analytics and power-hitting, which influenced how players approached the game. His brief but impactful career showcased his potential as a formidable hitter, drawing attention for his ability to perform under pressure. While his time in the league was relatively short, Yermin Mercedes left an impression on fans and players alike, exemplifying the journey of a talented athlete navigating the challenges of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
100 314 35 82 14 1 8 45 0 29 63 0.261 0.327 0.389 0.715 -3.5

Career AVG .261 vs. league average .243 across their career seasons — +7.3% above league average.

Career OBP .327 vs. league average .315 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .389 vs. league average .405 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.715 vs. league average 0.721 across their career seasons — near 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
2020 CHW AL 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2021 CHW AL 68 240 26 65 9 1 7 37 0 20 46 0.271 .243 (+11%) .317 (+4%) .410 (-2%) .727 (+1%) 38.4
2022 SFG NL 31 73 9 17 5 0 1 8 0 9 17 0.233 .242 (-4%) .311 (+4%) .394 (-13%) .706 (-5%) -41.9

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 1.0 3 1 0 2 0 9.00 0

Career ERA 9.00 vs. league average 4.27 across their career seasons — 111.0% 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
2021 CHW AL 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1.0 3 1 2 0 9.00 — -

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 5 2 12 0 1 0
C 3 0 2 0 0 0
OF 8 7 7 0 1 0
P 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2021 CHA 1B 1 1 0 0 1 0
2021 CHA C 2 0 2 0 0 0
2021 CHA P 1 0 0 0 0 0
2022 SFN 1B 4 1 12 0 0 0
2022 SFN C 1 0 0 0 0 0
2022 SFN OF 8 7 7 0 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 1
Catcher 3
First Base 5
Left Field 8
Designated Hitter 78

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2021 Player of the Week Week of 2021-04-03
2021 Rookie of the Month April