Willy Adames
Active Player
Born: 9/2/1995 in Santiago, Santiago, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2018-05-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Willy Rafael Adames
Biography
Willy Adames, born in 1995, is an active professional baseball player known for his dynamic presence on the field. Since making his Major League debut on May 22, 2018, Adames has established himself as a key position player in the league. Over the course of his career, he has played in 1,040 games, showcasing his consistency and durability. With 933 hits, 180 home runs, and 559 RBIs, Adames demonstrates a powerful offensive skill set, complemented by a career batting average of .244. His ability to steal bases is also notable, as he has successfully swiped 63 bags, reflecting his speed and agility on the base paths.
Adames continues to make significant contributions to his team's success, combining his strong offensive capabilities with solid defensive skills. As a player in the current era of baseball, he navigates the challenges of a rapidly evolving game, characterized by an emphasis on power hitting and strategic base running. His journey through the league illustrates the competitive spirit and talent required to excel in today's Major League Baseball landscape, and he remains a player to watch as he continues to develop and impact the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1040 | 3818 | 561 | 933 | 194 | 7 | 180 | 559 | 63 | 428 | 1161 | 0.244 | 0.321 | 0.440 | 0.762 | 3244.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | TBR | AL | 85 | 288 | 43 | 80 | 7 | 0 | 10 | 34 | 6 | 31 | 95 | 0.278 | 272.6 |
| 2019 | TBR | AL | 152 | 531 | 69 | 135 | 25 | 1 | 20 | 52 | 4 | 46 | 153 | 0.254 | -313.1 |
| 2020 | TBR | AL | 54 | 185 | 29 | 48 | 15 | 1 | 8 | 23 | 2 | 20 | 74 | 0.259 | 300.0 |
| 2021 | MIL | NL | 99 | 365 | 61 | 104 | 26 | 0 | 20 | 58 | 4 | 47 | 105 | 0.285 | 1533.0 |
| 2021 | TBR | AL | 41 | 132 | 16 | 26 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 10 | 51 | 0.197 | 1533.0 |
| 2022 | MIL | NL | 139 | 563 | 83 | 134 | 31 | 0 | 31 | 98 | 8 | 49 | 166 | 0.238 | 621.8 |
| 2023 | MIL | NL | 149 | 553 | 73 | 120 | 29 | 2 | 24 | 80 | 5 | 71 | 165 | 0.217 | -281.6 |
| 2024 | MIL | NL | 161 | 610 | 93 | 153 | 33 | 0 | 32 | 112 | 21 | 74 | 173 | 0.251 | 1464.5 |
| 2025 | SF | NL | 160 | 591 | 94 | 133 | 22 | 2 | 30 | 87 | 12 | 80 | 179 | 0.225 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 111 | 7 | 24 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 18 | 44 | 0.216 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | NLWC1 | MIL | 3 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.182 |
| 2023 | NLWC1 | MIL | 2 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.571 |
| 2021 | NLDS1 | MIL | 4 | 17 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.294 |
| 2020 | ALCS | TBA | 7 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 8 | 0.118 |
| 2020 | ALDS1 | TBA | 5 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.133 |
| 2020 | ALWC1 | TBA | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.167 |
| 2020 | WS | TBA | 6 | 21 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0.143 |
| 2019 | ALDS1 | TBA | 5 | 13 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0.385 |
| 2019 | ALWC | TBA | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 10 | 8 | 20 | 31 | 1 | 6 |
| SS | 860 | 843 | 976 | 2020 | 102 | 388 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | TBA | 2B | 10 | 8 | 20 | 31 | 1 | 6 |
| 2018 | TBA | SS | 75 | 72 | 72 | 161 | 13 | 38 |
| 2019 | TBA | SS | 152 | 145 | 157 | 388 | 17 | 68 |
| 2020 | TBA | SS | 53 | 51 | 53 | 131 | 9 | 27 |
| 2021 | MIL | SS | 96 | 94 | 110 | 226 | 11 | 40 |
| 2021 | TBA | SS | 40 | 37 | 43 | 106 | 4 | 23 |
| 2022 | MIL | SS | 136 | 136 | 178 | 334 | 14 | 68 |
| 2023 | MIL | SS | 147 | 147 | 159 | 351 | 14 | 58 |
| 2024 | MIL | SS | 161 | 161 | 204 | 323 | 20 | 66 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 10 |
| Shortstop | 860 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Player of the Week | Week of 2024-06-01 |
| 2022 | Player of the Week | Week of 2022-04-30 |
| 2021 | Player of the Week | Week of 2021-07-17 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 10th | 54.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2021 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 16th | 8.0 | 420 | 0 |