Austin Allen, baseball player, 2019-2022

Austin Allen

Born: 1/16/1994 in St. Louis, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 2019-05-11 | Final Game: 2022-04-30

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 219 lbs

Full name: Austin Michael Allen

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Biography

Austin Allen, born in 1994, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2019 until his retirement in 2022. Primarily serving as a position player, Allen's career spanned a total of 57 games. He recorded 23 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 7 runs, concluding his career with a batting average of .195. Known for his solid defensive skills behind the plate and versatility on the field, Allen contributed to his teams during a period characterized by a blend of power hitters and evolving pitching strategies. Despite facing challenges at the plate, Allen’s journey through the majors showcased his determination and work ethic. He entered the league during a time when the game was increasingly influenced by analytics and power dynamics, navigating the complexities of modern baseball. Though his offensive numbers may not have reflected the typical success of major league players, his presence and contributions provided depth to the rosters he was part of, highlighting the importance of role players in a competitive sport. Allen retired from professional baseball on April 30, 2022, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and the spirit of competition.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
57 118 8 23 5 0 2 7 0 8 47 0.195 0.252 0.288 0.540 -290.9

Career AVG .195 vs. league average .246 across their career seasons — 20.8% below league average.

Career OBP .252 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — 20.7% below league average.

Career SLG .288 vs. league average .414 across their career seasons — 30.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.540 vs. league average 0.732 across their career seasons — 26.2% below 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
2019 SDP NL 34 65 4 14 4 0 0 3 0 6 21 0.215 .252 (-15%) .322 (-13%) .434 (-36%) .757 (-26%) -290.9
2020 OAK AL 14 31 1 6 1 0 1 3 0 1 14 0.194 — — — — 0.0
2021 OAK AL 4 8 2 2 0 0 1 1 0 0 3 0.250 — — — — 0.0
2022 OAK AL 5 14 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 0.071 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 0 5 1 0 3
C 39 29 244 17 2 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2019 SDN 1B 2 0 5 1 0 3
2019 SDN C 19 14 126 10 1 0
2020 OAK C 14 9 76 1 0 0
2021 OAK C 2 2 18 3 1 0
2022 OAK C 4 4 24 3 0 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 39
First Base 2
Designated Hitter 2