Jose Abreu
Born: 1/29/1987 in Cienfuegos, Cienfuegos, Cuba
MLB Debut: 2014-03-31
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 235 lbs
Full name: Jose Dariel Abreu
Biography
Jose Abreu, born in 1987, is a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, currently making his mark with a career that began on March 31, 2014. Abreu has become a significant figure in the sport, known for his powerful hitting and consistent offensive production. Over his active career, he has played in 1,446 games, accumulating 1,587 hits, 263 home runs, and 960 RBIs, all while maintaining a solid batting average of .283. His ability to drive in runs and contribute to his team's success has made him a key player in the league.
Abreu has earned three All-Star selections, highlighting his status among the elite players in baseball. His career achievements are particularly notable considering the competitive nature of the league during his era, where offensive prowess is essential for team success. The Cuban-born slugger's journey from international play to the major leagues showcases the impact of talent crossing borders, as he has become a role model for aspiring players both in Cuba and beyond. As he continues to play, Abreu remains a vital part of his team's lineup, showcasing his skills and passion for the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1446 | 5607 | 769 | 1587 | 328 | 17 | 263 | 960 | 11 | 432 | 1246 | 0.283 | 0.345 | 0.488 | 0.833 | 15894.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CHW | AL | 145 | 556 | 80 | 176 | 35 | 2 | 36 | 107 | 3 | 51 | 131 | 0.317 | 4082.5 |
| 2015 | CHW | AL | 154 | 613 | 88 | 178 | 34 | 3 | 30 | 101 | 0 | 39 | 140 | 0.290 | 2207.9 |
| 2016 | CHW | AL | 159 | 624 | 67 | 183 | 32 | 1 | 25 | 100 | 0 | 47 | 125 | 0.293 | 1466.0 |
| 2017 | CHW | AL | 156 | 621 | 95 | 189 | 43 | 6 | 33 | 102 | 3 | 35 | 119 | 0.304 | 2569.3 |
| 2018 | CHW | AL | 128 | 499 | 68 | 132 | 36 | 1 | 22 | 78 | 2 | 37 | 109 | 0.265 | 861.4 |
| 2019 | CHW | AL | 159 | 634 | 85 | 180 | 38 | 1 | 33 | 123 | 2 | 36 | 152 | 0.284 | 1192.3 |
| 2020 | CHW | AL | 60 | 240 | 43 | 76 | 15 | 0 | 19 | 60 | 0 | 18 | 59 | 0.317 | 1387.2 |
| 2021 | CHW | AL | 152 | 566 | 86 | 148 | 30 | 2 | 30 | 117 | 1 | 61 | 143 | 0.261 | 1708.3 |
| 2022 | CHW | AL | 157 | 601 | 85 | 183 | 40 | 0 | 15 | 75 | 0 | 62 | 110 | 0.304 | 2243.0 |
| 2023 | HOU | AL | 141 | 540 | 62 | 128 | 23 | 1 | 18 | 90 | 0 | 42 | 130 | 0.237 | -880.1 |
| 2024 | HOU | AL | 35 | 113 | 10 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 28 | 0.124 | -942.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 51 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 0.294 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ALCS | HOU | 4 | 16 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.312 |
| 2023 | ALDS2 | HOU | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.143 |
| 2021 | ALDS1 | CHA | 4 | 14 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0.357 |
| 2020 | ALWC4 | CHA | 3 | 14 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0.286 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1240 | 1234 | 9850 | 637 | 80 | 1033 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CHA | 1B | 109 | 109 | 970 | 69 | 6 | 105 |
| 2015 | CHA | 1B | 115 | 115 | 952 | 60 | 11 | 100 |
| 2016 | CHA | 1B | 152 | 152 | 1243 | 84 | 10 | 131 |
| 2017 | CHA | 1B | 139 | 138 | 1135 | 78 | 8 | 130 |
| 2018 | CHA | 1B | 114 | 114 | 903 | 73 | 8 | 81 |
| 2019 | CHA | 1B | 125 | 125 | 1012 | 74 | 8 | 128 |
| 2020 | CHA | 1B | 54 | 54 | 430 | 27 | 5 | 39 |
| 2021 | CHA | 1B | 135 | 134 | 980 | 35 | 5 | 93 |
| 2021 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | CHA | 1B | 128 | 128 | 954 | 51 | 11 | 96 |
| 2023 | HOU | 1B | 134 | 134 | 1017 | 67 | 5 | 106 |
| 2024 | HOU | 1B | 35 | 31 | 254 | 19 | 3 | 24 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1240 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 206 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | TSN All-Star | 1B |
| 2021 | Player of the Month | August |
| 2021 | Player of the Week | Week of 2021-05-29 |
| 2020 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | 1B |
| 2020 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | 1B |
| 2020 | Hank Aaron Award | |
| 2020 | MLB Players Choice Outstanding Player | |
| 2020 | Most Valuable Player | |
| 2020 | Player of the Month | August |
| 2020 | Player of the Week | Week of 2020-08-22 |
| 2020 | Silver Slugger | 1B |
| 2020 | TSN All-Star | 1B |
| 2020 | TSN Major League Player of the Year | |
| 2018 | Silver Slugger | 1B |
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-05-27 |
| 2015 | Player of the Week | Week of 2015-09-20 |
| 2015 | Player of the Week | Week of 2015-08-02 |
| 2014 | MLB Players Choice Outstanding Rookie | |
| 2014 | Player of the Month | July |
| 2014 | Player of the Month | April |
| 2014 | Player of the Week | Week of 2014-04-27 |
| 2014 | Rookie of the Month | April |
| 2014 | Rookie of the Month | July |
| 2014 | Rookie of the Month | June |
| 2014 | Rookie of the Year | |
| 2014 | Silver Slugger | 1B |
| 2014 | This Year in Baseball Rookie of the Year | MLB.com GIBBY |
| 2014 | TSN Rookie of the Year |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CHA | AL | $11,666,667 |
| 2015 | CHA | AL | $8,666,000 |
| 2014 | CHA | AL | $7,000,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $27,332,667 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 17th | 5.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2021 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 14th | 5.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2020 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 1st | 374.0 | 420 | 21 |
| 2019 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 19th | 5.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2017 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 14th | 16.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2015 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 21th | 3.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2014 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 4th | 145.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2014 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 1st | 150.0 | 150 | 30 |