Alex Verdugo, baseball player, 2017

Alex Verdugo

Born: 5/15/1996 in Tucson, AZ, USA

MLB Debut: 2017-09-01

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

Full name: Alexander Brady Verdugo

Biography

Alex Verdugo, born in 1996, is an active professional baseball player known for his dynamic presence in the outfield and consistent hitting ability. Since making his Major League debut on September 1, 2017, Verdugo has played in 800 games, recording 784 hits and demonstrating a solid batting average of .272. His offensive contributions include 70 home runs and 316 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs while also being a threat on the bases with 22 stolen bases. Verdugo's playing style is characterized by his strong defensive skills, versatility, and a keen eye at the plate, making him a valuable asset to his team. As a part of the modern baseball landscape, he continues to influence the game with a blend of traditional hitting techniques and contemporary approaches, reflecting the evolving nature of the sport. His ongoing career positions him as a notable figure in the current era of baseball, where contact hitting and athleticism are highly valued.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
856 3083 430 831 190 11 70 328 23 254 511 0.270 0.326 0.406 0.732 497.3

Career AVG .270 vs. league average .247 across their career seasons — +9.0% above league average.

Career OBP .326 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .406 vs. league average .412 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.732 vs. league average 0.730 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
25 90 11 23 5 0 2 14 12 11 0.256

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2024 ALCS NYA 5 17 1 3 2 0 0 2 3 4 0.176
2024 ALDS2 NYA 4 14 3 3 0 0 0 1 1 0 0.214
2024 WS NYA 5 17 2 4 0 0 1 5 3 4 0.235
2021 ALCS BOS 6 19 2 5 1 0 0 0 5 1 0.263
2021 ALDS2 BOS 4 19 3 6 1 0 1 3 0 2 0.316
2021 ALWC BOS 1 4 0 2 1 0 0 3 0 0 0.500

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 830 765 1425 51 22 8

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 446
Center Field 125
Right Field 301
Designated Hitter 4

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2020 Most Valuable Player AL 12th 6.0 420 0