William Contreras, baseball player, 2020

William Contreras

Active Player

Born: 12/24/1997 in Puerto Cabello, Carabobo, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 2020-07-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: William Jesus Contreras

Biography

William Contreras, born in 1997, is an active professional baseball player who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut on July 24, 2020. Primarily serving as a position player, Contreras showcases a blend of power and versatility, which is reflected in his career statistics over 599 games. With 602 hits, 85 home runs, and 315 RBIs, he has established himself as a formidable offensive presence. His batting average of .273, coupled with 23 stolen bases, highlights his ability to contribute both in terms of power and speed on the basepaths. Contreras has been recognized for his talents with three All-Star selections, underscoring his status as one of the standout players in the league during his career. Playing in an era that emphasizes offensive production and athleticism, he continues to evolve his game, making him a key player to watch as he further develops his skills. As he remains active in the league, Contreras is poised to leave a lasting legacy and contribute to the ongoing narrative of baseball in the modern era.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
599 2208 344 602 122 5 85 315 23 283 547 0.273 0.357 0.448 0.805 4912.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
9 30 1 6 1 0 0 2 2 10 0.200

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2024 NLWC1 MIL 3 12 0 2 0 0 0 2 0 3 0.167
2023 NLWC1 MIL 2 9 0 3 0 0 0 0 1 3 0.333
2022 NLDS1 ATL 3 8 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 4 0.125
2021 NLDS1 ATL 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 341 333 3014 99 29 8
OF 1 1 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 341
Left Field 1
Designated Hitter 102

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2024 Most Valuable Player NL 5th 132.0 420 0
2023 Most Valuable Player NL 11th 39.0 420 0