Josh Donaldson, baseball player, 279 home runs, 2010-2023

Josh Donaldson

Born: 12/8/1985 in Pensacola, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 2010-04-30 | Final Game: 2023-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Joshua Adam Donaldson

Biography

Josh Donaldson, born in 1985, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who played from 2010 until his retirement in 2023. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 1,384 games and established himself as a powerful force at the plate. Donaldson recorded 1,310 hits, including 279 home runs, and drove in 816 runs, showcasing his ability to produce in critical situations. His career batting average stood at .261, and he demonstrated versatility on the basepaths with 40 stolen bases. Donaldson's impact on the game was further highlighted by his three All-Star selections, reflecting his standing among the elite players of his era. He played during a transformative period in baseball characterized by an emphasis on power-hitting and advanced analytics, which suited his style of play. Known for his strong defensive skills at third base and formidable offensive capabilities, Donaldson left an indelible mark on the teams he played for, contributing to their successes and earning a reputation as a clutch performer in high-stakes moments. His career spanned over a decade, during which he solidified his place in baseball history as one of the game's notable talents.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1384 5022 816 1310 287 12 279 816 40 725 1221 0.261 0.358 0.489 0.847 18316.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1.0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
50 186 21 46 12 0 5 16 22 55 0.247

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2023 NLWC1 MIL 2 7 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.286
2022 ALCS NYA 4 13 0 1 1 0 0 0 3 10 0.077
2022 ALDS1 NYA 5 16 1 4 0 0 0 0 4 6 0.250
2019 NLDS2 ATL 5 19 2 3 1 0 1 3 2 4 0.158
2018 ALDS2 CLE 3 11 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 4 0.091
2016 ALDS1 TOR 3 13 4 7 4 0 0 3 1 3 0.538
2016 ALCS TOR 5 18 1 6 1 0 1 2 2 3 0.333
2016 ALWC TOR 1 5 1 2 1 0 0 0 0 1 0.400
2015 ALDS2 TOR 5 18 5 4 1 0 2 4 3 4 0.222
2015 ALCS TOR 6 23 4 6 2 0 1 4 3 6 0.261
2014 ALWC OAK 1 5 1 2 0 0 0 0 1 2 0.400
2013 ALDS2 OAK 5 21 0 3 0 0 0 0 1 8 0.143
2012 ALDS2 OAK 5 17 1 5 1 0 0 0 1 4 0.294

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 5 1 11 2 2 3
3B 1213 1204 949 2336 141 245
C 10 8 64 5 2 0
P 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 5 2 4 3 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 1
Catcher 10
First Base 5
Third Base 1213
Shortstop 5
Designated Hitter 127

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 TOR AL $11,650,000
2015 TOR AL $4,300,000
2014 OAK AL $500,000
2013 OAK AL $492,500
2012 OAK AL $480,000
Total Career Earnings $17,422,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Auburn University Auburn AL 2005, 2006, 2007

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2019 Most Valuable Player NL 11th 27.0 420 0
2017 Most Valuable Player AL 22th 1.0 420 0
2016 Most Valuable Player AL 4th 200.0 420 0
2015 Most Valuable Player AL 1st 385.0 420 23
2014 Most Valuable Player AL 8th 96.0 420 0
2013 Most Valuable Player AL 4th 222.0 420 1