Paul DeJong
Born: 8/2/1993 in Orlando, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2017-05-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Paul Sterling DeJong
Biography
Paul DeJong is an active professional baseball player, born in 1993, who has made a significant mark in Major League Baseball since his debut in 2017. Primarily playing as a position player, DeJong has showcased his power-hitting capabilities, accumulating 679 hits, including 140 home runs, and driving in 400 RBIs over the course of 868 games. His career batting average stands at .229, and he has also demonstrated speed on the basepaths with 25 stolen bases to his name. DeJong's all-around contributions to his team reflect his versatility and determination on the field.
In addition to his offensive prowess, DeJong's career includes notable recognition, such as being selected as an All-Star. He has also earned accolades like Rookie of the Month, highlighting his impactful entrance into the league. As a player who continues to evolve, DeJong remains a critical component of his team's lineup, contributing both in clutch situations and as a reliable defensive presence. His ongoing career in the modern era of baseball allows him to influence the game, particularly in a time when power-hitting is increasingly valued.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 868 | 2971 | 395 | 679 | 137 | 4 | 140 | 400 | 25 | 236 | 905 | 0.229 | 0.295 | 0.419 | 0.714 | -1147.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | STL | NL | 108 | 417 | 55 | 119 | 26 | 1 | 25 | 65 | 1 | 21 | 124 | 0.285 | 1042.6 |
| 2018 | STL | NL | 115 | 436 | 68 | 105 | 25 | 1 | 19 | 68 | 1 | 36 | 123 | 0.241 | 180.3 |
| 2019 | STL | NL | 159 | 583 | 97 | 136 | 31 | 1 | 30 | 78 | 9 | 62 | 149 | 0.233 | 69.2 |
| 2020 | STL | NL | 45 | 152 | 17 | 38 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 25 | 1 | 17 | 50 | 0.250 | -248.9 |
| 2021 | STL | NL | 113 | 356 | 44 | 70 | 10 | 1 | 19 | 45 | 4 | 35 | 103 | 0.197 | -519.5 |
| 2022 | STL | NL | 77 | 210 | 19 | 33 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 25 | 3 | 21 | 79 | 0.157 | -941.8 |
| 2023 | SFG | NL | 18 | 49 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0.184 | -319.9 |
| 2023 | STL | NL | 81 | 279 | 38 | 65 | 11 | 0 | 13 | 32 | 4 | 21 | 87 | 0.233 | -319.9 |
| 2023 | TOR | AL | 13 | 44 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0.068 | -319.9 |
| 2024 | CHW | AL | 102 | 337 | 39 | 77 | 14 | 0 | 18 | 41 | 2 | 14 | 112 | 0.228 | -145.2 |
| 2024 | KCR | AL | 37 | 108 | 15 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 9 | 44 | 0.222 | -145.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 42 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 17 | 0.214 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | NLWC2 | SLN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2021 | NLWC | SLN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2020 | NLWC2 | SLN | 3 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0.200 |
| 2019 | NLCS | SLN | 4 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.250 |
| 2019 | NLDS2 | SLN | 5 | 18 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 0.222 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 22 | 20 | 33 | 58 | 4 | 17 |
| 3B | 41 | 38 | 33 | 64 | 3 | 6 |
| SS | 784 | 739 | 969 | 1922 | 63 | 435 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | SLN | 2B | 20 | 19 | 30 | 53 | 3 | 15 |
| 2017 | SLN | SS | 86 | 85 | 111 | 233 | 9 | 56 |
| 2018 | SLN | SS | 114 | 111 | 153 | 289 | 12 | 64 |
| 2019 | SLN | SS | 157 | 156 | 211 | 435 | 7 | 119 |
| 2020 | SLN | SS | 45 | 45 | 52 | 100 | 4 | 24 |
| 2021 | SLN | SS | 107 | 100 | 129 | 256 | 8 | 51 |
| 2022 | SLN | 2B | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 | SLN | SS | 75 | 57 | 79 | 191 | 6 | 46 |
| 2023 | SFN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | SFN | SS | 16 | 13 | 18 | 34 | 2 | 4 |
| 2023 | SLN | SS | 81 | 77 | 93 | 196 | 3 | 37 |
| 2023 | TOR | SS | 13 | 12 | 13 | 25 | 0 | 5 |
| 2024 | CHA | 3B | 11 | 10 | 9 | 15 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 | CHA | SS | 89 | 83 | 110 | 163 | 12 | 29 |
| 2024 | KCA | 3B | 30 | 28 | 24 | 49 | 1 | 6 |
| 2024 | KCA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 22 |
| Third Base | 41 |
| Shortstop | 784 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Rookie of the Month | July |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 2nd | 56.0 | 150 | 0 |