Yordan Alvarez
Active Player
Born: 6/27/1997 in Las Tunas, Las Tunas, Cuba
MLB Debut: 2019-06-09
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Yordan Ruben Alvarez
Biography
Yordan Alvarez is a dynamic position player currently making his mark in Major League Baseball since his debut on June 9, 2019. Born in 1997, Alvarez quickly establishes himself as one of the premier hitters of his generation. Over the course of 677 games, he amasses 728 hits, showcasing a remarkable batting average of .297. His offensive prowess is underscored by his impressive tally of 170 home runs and 493 RBIs, demonstrating his ability to drive in runs and produce in clutch situations. Additionally, Alvarez exhibits speed on the basepaths, recording 9 stolen bases throughout his career.
A three-time All-Star, Alvarez continues to be a central figure for his team, contributing to their success with his powerful bat and keen eye for the strike zone. His impact on the game is particularly notable in the context of the modern era, where power-hitting and offensive production are highly valued. As he remains an active player, Alvarez's combination of skill and consistency positions him as a key player to watch in the coming seasons, as he aims to further elevate his career and leave an indelible mark on the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 677 | 2455 | 429 | 728 | 156 | 6 | 170 | 493 | 9 | 346 | 566 | 0.297 | 0.389 | 0.573 | 0.961 | 15913.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | HOU | AL | 87 | 313 | 58 | 98 | 26 | 0 | 27 | 78 | 0 | 52 | 94 | 0.313 | 2545.4 |
| 2020 | HOU | AL | 2 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | HOU | AL | 144 | 537 | 92 | 149 | 35 | 1 | 33 | 104 | 1 | 50 | 145 | 0.277 | 2153.3 |
| 2022 | HOU | AL | 135 | 470 | 95 | 144 | 29 | 2 | 37 | 97 | 1 | 78 | 106 | 0.306 | 4216.8 |
| 2023 | HOU | AL | 114 | 410 | 77 | 120 | 24 | 1 | 31 | 97 | 0 | 69 | 92 | 0.293 | 3031.1 |
| 2024 | HOU | AL | 147 | 552 | 88 | 170 | 34 | 2 | 35 | 86 | 6 | 69 | 95 | 0.308 | 3967.3 |
| 2025 | HOU | AL | 48 | 165 | 17 | 45 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 27 | 1 | 28 | 33 | 0.273 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 192 | 35 | 53 | 11 | 3 | 11 | 35 | 31 | 64 | 0.276 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ALWC1 | HOU | 2 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.286 |
| 2023 | ALCS | HOU | 4 | 14 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 0.500 |
| 2023 | ALDS2 | HOU | 2 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0.429 |
| 2022 | ALCS | HOU | 4 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 0.214 |
| 2022 | ALDS2 | HOU | 3 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0.267 |
| 2022 | WS | HOU | 6 | 23 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 0.130 |
| 2021 | ALCS | HOU | 6 | 23 | 7 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 0.522 |
| 2021 | ALDS1 | HOU | 4 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 0.273 |
| 2021 | WS | HOU | 6 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0.100 |
| 2019 | WS | HOU | 7 | 17 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0.412 |
| 2019 | ALDS1 | HOU | 5 | 19 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0.316 |
| 2019 | ALCS | HOU | 6 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0.045 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 200 | 197 | 267 | 16 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | HOU | OF | 10 | 9 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | HOU | OF | 41 | 39 | 49 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | HOU | OF | 56 | 56 | 79 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | HOU | OF | 40 | 40 | 59 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | HOU | OF | 53 | 53 | 71 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 200 |
| Designated Hitter | 418 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | DH |
| 2024 | Player of the Week | Week of 2024-08-10 |
| 2024 | TSN All-Star | DH |
| 2023 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | DH |
| 2023 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | DH |
| 2023 | Player of the Month | September |
| 2022 | All-MLB Team - First Team | DH |
| 2022 | All-MLB Team - First Team | DH |
| 2022 | Player of the Month | June |
| 2022 | Player of the Week | Week of 2022-09-17 |
| 2022 | Player of the Week | Week of 2022-06-04 |
| 2022 | Silver Slugger | DH |
| 2022 | TSN All-Star | DH |
| 2021 | ALCS MVP | |
| 2021 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | DH |
| 2021 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | DH |
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | DH |
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | DH |
| 2019 | MLB Players Choice Outstanding Rookie | |
| 2019 | Rookie of the Month | August |
| 2019 | Rookie of the Month | June |
| 2019 | Rookie of the Month | July |
| 2019 | Rookie of the Year | |
| 2019 | TSN Rookie of the Year |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 9th | 75.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2023 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 13th | 16.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2022 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 3rd | 232.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2019 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 1st | 150.0 | 150 | 30 |