Delino DeShields
Born: 8/16/1992 in Easton, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 2015-04-08 | Final Game: 2021-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Delino Diaab DeShields
Biography
Delino DeShields was a professional baseball player known for his speed and versatility on the field. Born in 1992, he made his Major League Baseball debut on April 8, 2015, and played until his retirement on October 3, 2021. Over the course of his career, DeShields appeared in 601 games, during which he accumulated 450 hits and demonstrated his ability to reach base with a batting average of .246. He was a consistent contributor to his teams, recording 19 home runs and 139 RBIs, while also showcasing his exceptional speed with 111 stolen bases.
DeShields was recognized for his potential early in his career, earning the title of Rookie of the Month during his initial season. His playing style was characterized by aggressive baserunning and a keen eye for making contact at the plate, traits that made him a valuable asset in the lineup. Throughout his career, DeShields navigated the competitive landscape of MLB, making his mark as a reliable position player while contributing to the dynamic of each team he played for. His impact on the game, particularly in terms of speed and base-stealing, remains a noteworthy aspect of his legacy in baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 601 | 1828 | 302 | 450 | 81 | 19 | 19 | 139 | 111 | 211 | 487 | 0.246 | 0.327 | 0.342 | 0.669 | -2842.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | TEX | AL | 121 | 425 | 83 | 111 | 22 | 10 | 2 | 37 | 25 | 53 | 101 | 0.261 | 52.9 |
| 2016 | TEX | AL | 74 | 182 | 36 | 38 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 8 | 15 | 54 | 0.209 | -674.2 |
| 2017 | TEX | AL | 120 | 376 | 75 | 101 | 15 | 2 | 6 | 22 | 29 | 44 | 109 | 0.269 | -254.5 |
| 2018 | TEX | AL | 106 | 334 | 52 | 72 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 22 | 20 | 43 | 83 | 0.216 | -1062.2 |
| 2019 | TEX | AL | 118 | 357 | 42 | 89 | 15 | 4 | 4 | 32 | 24 | 38 | 100 | 0.249 | -734.9 |
| 2020 | CLE | AL | 37 | 107 | 10 | 27 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 29 | 0.252 | -271.8 |
| 2021 | CIN | NL | 25 | 47 | 4 | 12 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 9 | 11 | 0.255 | 102.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 31 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.290 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ALWC2 | CLE | 2 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.286 |
| 2015 | ALDS2 | TEX | 5 | 24 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.292 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 547 | 490 | 1219 | 26 | 24 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | TEX | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | TEX | OF | 113 | 110 | 252 | 6 | 6 | 2 |
| 2016 | TEX | OF | 59 | 49 | 102 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2017 | TEX | OF | 106 | 99 | 208 | 9 | 2 | 3 |
| 2018 | TEX | OF | 102 | 93 | 275 | 6 | 7 | 2 |
| 2019 | TEX | OF | 112 | 94 | 261 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| 2020 | CLE | OF | 35 | 32 | 86 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | CIN | OF | 20 | 13 | 35 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 124 |
| Center Field | 438 |
| Designated Hitter | 28 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Rookie of the Month | May |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | TEX | AL | $517,300 |
| Total Career Earnings | $517,300 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 7th | 1.0 | 150 | 0 |