Jorge Bonifacio
Born: 6/4/1993 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2017-04-21 | Final Game: 2021-08-31
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Jorge Luis Bonifacio
Biography
Jorge Bonifacio, born in 1993, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2017 to 2021. Primarily playing as a position player, Bonifacio showcased his skills in a total of 224 games throughout his career. He achieved 178 hits, which included 23 home runs and 85 runs batted in (RBIs), finishing with a batting average of .242. Known for his power-hitting capabilities, Bonifacio contributed significantly to his teams' offensive efforts during his tenure in the league.
Bonifacio's career spanned a transformative era in baseball, marked by an emphasis on power and athleticism. While he recorded just one stolen base, his overall contributions at the plate reflected a player who excelled in driving in runs and providing pop in the lineup. After making his debut in 2017, he became a noteworthy presence in the outfield, representing the evolution of players who balanced traditional skills with the modern game's demands. Bonifacio's journey through the majors exemplified the challenges and triumphs faced by athletes in an ever-evolving baseball landscape, and he remains a figure of interest for fans and historians alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 224 | 737 | 97 | 178 | 37 | 3 | 23 | 85 | 1 | 71 | 228 | 0.242 | 0.312 | 0.393 | 0.705 | -562.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | KCR | AL | 113 | 384 | 55 | 98 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 40 | 1 | 35 | 118 | 0.255 | 25.3 |
| 2018 | KCR | AL | 69 | 236 | 31 | 53 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 23 | 0 | 29 | 71 | 0.225 | -308.4 |
| 2019 | KCR | AL | 5 | 20 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0.350 | 0.0 |
| 2020 | DET | AL | 30 | 86 | 8 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 5 | 26 | 0.221 | -279.5 |
| 2021 | PHI | NL | 7 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 201 | 177 | 343 | 9 | 7 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | KCA | OF | 102 | 89 | 173 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 | KCA | OF | 60 | 58 | 105 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 | KCA | OF | 5 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | DET | OF | 29 | 22 | 49 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | PHI | OF | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 38 |
| Center Field | 4 |
| Right Field | 161 |
| Designated Hitter | 14 |