Jesus Aguilar
Born: 6/30/1990 in Maracay, Aragua, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2014-05-15 | Final Game: 2022-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 277 lbs
Full name: Jesus Alexander Aguilar
Biography
Jesus Aguilar, born in 1990, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2014 until his retirement in 2022. Primarily a first baseman and designated hitter, Aguilar showcased his power-hitting abilities during his career, accumulating a total of 114 home runs and 402 RBIs over the course of 795 games. Known for his formidable presence at the plate, he finished his career with a batting average of .253, illustrating a blend of power and consistency that contributed to his teams' offensive efforts.
Aguilar was recognized for his performance during the 2018 season when he earned an All-Star selection, highlighting his emergence as one of the league's notable power hitters. His ability to drive in runs and deliver clutch performances resonated particularly during his time with the Milwaukee Brewers, where he became a fan favorite. As a player who navigated the modern era of baseball, Aguilar's career reflected the increasing emphasis on power-hitting and offensive production, marking him as a significant figure in the landscape of the game during his tenure.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 795 | 2348 | 288 | 594 | 107 | 2 | 114 | 402 | 1 | 235 | 622 | 0.253 | 0.322 | 0.446 | 0.768 | 2644.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CLE | AL | 19 | 33 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 0.121 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | CLE | AL | 7 | 19 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.316 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | CLE | AL | 9 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | MIL | NL | 133 | 279 | 40 | 74 | 15 | 2 | 16 | 52 | 0 | 25 | 94 | 0.265 | 597.5 |
| 2018 | MIL | NL | 149 | 492 | 80 | 135 | 25 | 0 | 35 | 108 | 0 | 58 | 143 | 0.274 | 2187.3 |
| 2019 | MIL | NL | 94 | 222 | 26 | 50 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 34 | 0 | 31 | 59 | 0.225 | -328.4 |
| 2019 | TBR | AL | 37 | 92 | 13 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 0 | 12 | 22 | 0.261 | -328.4 |
| 2020 | MIA | NL | 51 | 188 | 31 | 52 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 34 | 0 | 23 | 40 | 0.277 | 313.5 |
| 2021 | MIA | NL | 131 | 449 | 49 | 117 | 23 | 0 | 22 | 93 | 0 | 46 | 93 | 0.261 | 675.2 |
| 2022 | BAL | AL | 16 | 49 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0.224 | -182.3 |
| 2022 | MIA | NL | 113 | 415 | 37 | 98 | 18 | 0 | 15 | 49 | 1 | 27 | 106 | 0.236 | -182.3 |
| 2023 | OAK | AL | 36 | 104 | 8 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 31 | 0.221 | -178.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 58 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 22 | 0.207 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | NLWC3 | MIA | 2 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 |
| 2020 | NLDS2 | MIA | 3 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.154 |
| 2018 | NLCS | MIL | 7 | 26 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 11 | 0.269 |
| 2018 | NLDS1 | MIL | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.091 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 538 | 473 | 3621 | 336 | 33 | 402 |
| 3B | 16 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CLE | 1B | 12 | 9 | 71 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| 2014 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | CLE | 1B | 4 | 4 | 26 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | CLE | 1B | 7 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 | MIL | 1B | 77 | 52 | 455 | 44 | 6 | 65 |
| 2017 | MIL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | MIL | 1B | 132 | 119 | 894 | 86 | 4 | 92 |
| 2018 | MIL | 3B | 5 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | MIL | 1B | 60 | 52 | 405 | 35 | 4 | 38 |
| 2019 | MIL | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | TBA | 1B | 15 | 13 | 99 | 7 | 0 | 11 |
| 2020 | MIA | 1B | 31 | 31 | 243 | 20 | 3 | 36 |
| 2020 | MIA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | MIA | 1B | 113 | 112 | 824 | 83 | 8 | 94 |
| 2021 | MIA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | BAL | 1B | 6 | 5 | 42 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | MIA | 1B | 57 | 55 | 432 | 38 | 4 | 42 |
| 2022 | MIA | 3B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | OAK | 1B | 24 | 20 | 112 | 10 | 2 | 13 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 538 |
| Third Base | 16 |
| Designated Hitter | 121 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 16th | 7.0 | 420 | 0 |