Cody Bellinger
Born: 7/13/1995 in Scottsdale, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 2017-04-25
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 203 lbs
Full name: Cody James Bellinger
Biography
Cody Bellinger is an accomplished position player who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut on April 25, 2017. Born in 1995, Bellinger quickly establishes himself as a dynamic talent, known for his power-hitting ability and versatility on the field. As of now, he has played in 1,005 games, recording 942 hits, including 196 home runs and 597 RBIs. With a batting average of .259 and 91 stolen bases, he showcases a blend of power and speed that is increasingly rare in the modern game.
Bellinger earns recognition as a two-time All-Star, highlighting his prowess and contributions to his team. He plays during an era characterized by offensive explosions and heavy reliance on analytics, where his ability to drive in runs and hit home runs places him among the elite hitters of his generation. As he continues his career, Bellinger's combination of athleticism, skill, and competitive spirit makes him a key player to watch, influencing the game and inspiring the next generation of baseball talent.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1005 | 3642 | 601 | 942 | 186 | 23 | 196 | 597 | 91 | 412 | 867 | 0.259 | 0.334 | 0.484 | 0.818 | 8423.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | LAD | NL | 132 | 480 | 87 | 128 | 26 | 4 | 39 | 97 | 10 | 64 | 146 | 0.267 | 2323.2 |
| 2018 | LAD | NL | 162 | 557 | 84 | 145 | 28 | 7 | 25 | 76 | 14 | 69 | 151 | 0.260 | 1389.9 |
| 2019 | LAD | NL | 156 | 558 | 121 | 170 | 34 | 3 | 47 | 115 | 15 | 95 | 108 | 0.305 | 4557.2 |
| 2020 | LAD | NL | 56 | 213 | 33 | 51 | 10 | 0 | 12 | 30 | 6 | 30 | 42 | 0.239 | 277.6 |
| 2021 | LAD | NL | 95 | 315 | 39 | 52 | 9 | 2 | 10 | 36 | 3 | 31 | 94 | 0.165 | -1580.8 |
| 2022 | LAD | NL | 144 | 504 | 70 | 106 | 27 | 3 | 19 | 68 | 14 | 38 | 150 | 0.210 | -930.2 |
| 2023 | CHC | NL | 130 | 499 | 95 | 153 | 29 | 1 | 26 | 97 | 20 | 40 | 87 | 0.307 | 1854.1 |
| 2024 | CHC | NL | 130 | 516 | 72 | 137 | 23 | 3 | 18 | 78 | 9 | 45 | 89 | 0.266 | 533.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 | 242 | 29 | 51 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 33 | 25 | 87 | 0.211 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | NLDS2 | LAN | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.143 |
| 2021 | NLCS | LAN | 6 | 17 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 0.412 |
| 2021 | NLWC | LAN | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.500 |
| 2021 | NLDS2 | LAN | 5 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0.267 |
| 2020 | WS | LAN | 6 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0.136 |
| 2020 | NLCS | LAN | 7 | 25 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 9 | 0.200 |
| 2020 | NLDS1 | LAN | 3 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0.333 |
| 2020 | NLWC1 | LAN | 2 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.286 |
| 2019 | NLDS1 | LAN | 5 | 19 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.211 |
| 2018 | NLCS | LAN | 7 | 25 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0.200 |
| 2018 | WS | LAN | 5 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.062 |
| 2018 | NLDS2 | LAN | 4 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | NLCS | LAN | 5 | 22 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.318 |
| 2017 | NLDS1 | LAN | 3 | 14 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.214 |
| 2017 | WS | LAN | 7 | 28 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 17 | 0.143 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 343 | 271 | 2263 | 103 | 12 | 188 |
| OF | 719 | 640 | 1424 | 24 | 16 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | LAN | 1B | 93 | 83 | 656 | 36 | 4 | 62 |
| 2017 | LAN | OF | 46 | 43 | 69 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | LAN | 1B | 110 | 85 | 717 | 19 | 2 | 58 |
| 2018 | LAN | OF | 81 | 50 | 135 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | LAN | 1B | 36 | 28 | 209 | 9 | 1 | 21 |
| 2019 | LAN | OF | 136 | 123 | 240 | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 | LAN | 1B | 19 | 16 | 143 | 7 | 0 | 11 |
| 2020 | LAN | OF | 39 | 38 | 103 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | LAN | 1B | 4 | 2 | 23 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 2021 | LAN | OF | 91 | 77 | 172 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | LAN | OF | 144 | 135 | 322 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2023 | CHN | 1B | 59 | 44 | 405 | 24 | 3 | 29 |
| 2023 | CHN | OF | 84 | 81 | 192 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 | CHN | 1B | 22 | 13 | 110 | 7 | 0 | 4 |
| 2024 | CHN | OF | 98 | 93 | 191 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 343 |
| Left Field | 41 |
| Center Field | 509 |
| Right Field | 182 |
| Designated Hitter | 30 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Comeback Player of the Year | |
| 2023 | MLB Players Choice Comeback Player | |
| 2023 | Player of the Month | July |
| 2023 | Silver Slugger | UT |
| 2023 | TSN All-Star | OF |
| 2023 | TSN Comeback Player of the Year | |
| 2022 | Player of the Week | Week of 2022-04-23 |
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - First Team | OF |
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - First Team | OF |
| 2019 | Gold Glove | CF |
| 2019 | Most Valuable Player | |
| 2019 | Player of the Month | April |
| 2019 | Player of the Week | Week of 2019-04-06 |
| 2019 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2019 | TSN All-Star | OF |
| 2018 | NLCS MVP | |
| 2017 | MLB Players Choice Outstanding Rookie | |
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-06-24 |
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-05-06 |
| 2017 | Rookie of the Month | June |
| 2017 | Rookie of the Month | May |
| 2017 | Rookie of the Year | |
| 2017 | TSN Rookie of the Year |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 10th | 49.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2019 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 1st | 362.0 | 420 | 19 |
| 2017 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 9th | 38.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2017 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 1st | 150.0 | 150 | 30 |