Aaron Altherr
Born: 1/14/1991 in Landstuhl, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
MLB Debut: 2014-06-16 | Final Game: 2019-08-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Aaron Samuel Altherr
Biography
Aaron Altherr was a professional baseball player born in 1991, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2014 until 2019. Primarily known as a position player, Altherr showcased his talents with a combination of power and speed during his time in the league. Over the course of 359 games, he recorded 222 hits, 37 home runs, and 150 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .219. In addition to his power-hitting ability, he demonstrated base-running prowess, accumulating 21 stolen bases.
Altherr's career unfolded during a competitive era of baseball, characterized by a blend of traditional skills and emerging analytics that emphasized player versatility. While he faced challenges at the plate, his contributions to the teams he played for were significant, particularly in clutch situations. His journey through the majors reflects the perseverance and adaptability required to succeed in professional baseball, making him a notable figure in the context of his playing era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 359 | 1016 | 142 | 222 | 54 | 10 | 37 | 150 | 21 | 110 | 332 | 0.219 | 0.307 | 0.401 | 0.708 | 59.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | PHI | NL | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | PHI | NL | 39 | 137 | 25 | 33 | 11 | 4 | 5 | 22 | 6 | 16 | 41 | 0.241 | 321.4 |
| 2016 | PHI | NL | 57 | 198 | 23 | 39 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 22 | 7 | 23 | 69 | 0.197 | -643.1 |
| 2017 | PHI | NL | 107 | 372 | 58 | 101 | 24 | 5 | 19 | 65 | 5 | 32 | 104 | 0.272 | 971.5 |
| 2018 | PHI | NL | 105 | 243 | 28 | 44 | 11 | 1 | 8 | 38 | 3 | 36 | 91 | 0.181 | -590.2 |
| 2019 | NYN | NL | 26 | 31 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 0.129 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | PHI | NL | 22 | 29 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.034 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | SFG | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 311 | 247 | 534 | 15 | 6 | 6 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | PHI | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | PHI | OF | 37 | 35 | 80 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | PHI | OF | 57 | 54 | 109 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | PHI | OF | 106 | 92 | 211 | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| 2018 | PHI | OF | 79 | 57 | 95 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | NYN | OF | 20 | 5 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | PHI | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | PHI | OF | 11 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Left Field | 116 |
| Center Field | 64 |
| Right Field | 177 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | PHI | NL | $515,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $515,500 | ||