Andrew Benintendi
Active Player
Born: 7/6/1994 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 2016-08-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Andrew Sebastian Benintendi
Biography
Andrew Benintendi, born in 1994, is an active professional baseball player known for his contributions as a position player since making his Major League debut in 2016. Over the course of his career, which continues to unfold, he has played in 1,147 games, accumulating 1,135 hits and showcasing his ability to be a consistent offensive threat with a batting average of .267. With 118 home runs and 556 RBIs to his name, Benintendi has demonstrated power and run-producing capability, making him a valuable asset in the lineup. His speed on the bases is also noteworthy, as he has successfully stolen 86 bases, adding another dimension to his game.
Benintendi's talent was recognized when he earned an All-Star selection, highlighting his status among the league’s elite players. He plays in an era characterized by a focus on power hitting and analytics, yet he balances this with a contact-oriented approach at the plate. As he continues to build on his career, Benintendi remains an impactful figure in Major League Baseball, contributing to his teams with both his offensive skills and defensive prowess.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1147 | 4250 | 575 | 1135 | 239 | 22 | 118 | 556 | 86 | 442 | 841 | 0.267 | 0.337 | 0.417 | 0.754 | 2719.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | BOS | AL | 34 | 105 | 16 | 31 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 10 | 25 | 0.295 | 226.5 |
| 2017 | BOS | AL | 151 | 573 | 84 | 155 | 26 | 1 | 20 | 90 | 20 | 70 | 112 | 0.271 | 536.2 |
| 2018 | BOS | AL | 148 | 579 | 103 | 168 | 41 | 6 | 16 | 87 | 21 | 71 | 106 | 0.290 | 1713.8 |
| 2019 | BOS | AL | 138 | 541 | 72 | 144 | 40 | 5 | 13 | 68 | 10 | 59 | 140 | 0.266 | 276.1 |
| 2020 | BOS | AL | 14 | 39 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 0.103 | -220.3 |
| 2021 | KCR | AL | 134 | 493 | 63 | 136 | 27 | 2 | 17 | 73 | 8 | 36 | 97 | 0.276 | 411.1 |
| 2022 | KCR | AL | 93 | 347 | 40 | 111 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 39 | 4 | 39 | 52 | 0.320 | 857.5 |
| 2022 | NYY | AL | 33 | 114 | 14 | 29 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 13 | 25 | 0.254 | 857.5 |
| 2023 | CHW | AL | 151 | 562 | 72 | 147 | 34 | 2 | 5 | 45 | 13 | 52 | 89 | 0.262 | -754.6 |
| 2024 | CHW | AL | 135 | 477 | 50 | 109 | 20 | 0 | 20 | 64 | 3 | 41 | 96 | 0.229 | -396.3 |
| 2025 | CWS | AL | 116 | 420 | 57 | 101 | 16 | 2 | 20 | 63 | 1 | 40 | 82 | 0.240 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 81 | 18 | 22 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 0.272 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | ALCS | BOS | 5 | 24 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0.208 |
| 2018 | ALDS1 | BOS | 4 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0.286 |
| 2018 | WS | BOS | 5 | 18 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.333 |
| 2017 | ALDS2 | BOS | 4 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.250 |
| 2016 | ALDS2 | BOS | 3 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 999 | 969 | 1709 | 51 | 22 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | BOS | OF | 32 | 30 | 55 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | BOS | OF | 149 | 143 | 257 | 11 | 5 | 1 |
| 2018 | BOS | OF | 144 | 142 | 241 | 12 | 4 | 2 |
| 2019 | BOS | OF | 136 | 134 | 182 | 9 | 2 | 3 |
| 2020 | BOS | OF | 13 | 12 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | KCA | OF | 129 | 129 | 225 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 | KCA | OF | 91 | 88 | 162 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | NYA | OF | 33 | 31 | 52 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | CHA | OF | 147 | 142 | 271 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| 2024 | CHA | OF | 125 | 118 | 244 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 949 |
| Center Field | 72 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Gold Glove | RF |
| 2021 | Player of the Week | Week of 2021-09-11 |
| 2017 | Rookie of the Month | August |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 2nd | 75.0 | 150 | 0 |