Yordan Alvarez, baseball player, 170 home runs, 2019

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 200
Designated Hitter 418

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