Brian Dozier
Born: 5/15/1987 in Tupelo, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 2012-05-07 | Final Game: 2020-08-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: James Brian Dozier
Biography
Brian Dozier, born in 1987, was a notable professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 2012 to 2020. Primarily playing as a position player, Dozier made a significant impact in Major League Baseball, particularly known for his power-hitting and defensive capabilities at second base. Over the course of 1,144 games, he accumulated 1,055 hits, 192 home runs, and 561 RBIs, establishing himself as a key player in the lineups of the teams he represented. His career batting average stood at .244, complemented by 105 stolen bases, showcasing his versatility and speed on the bases.
Dozier's most prominent years came while playing for the Minnesota Twins, where he earned his sole All-Star selection. He was part of a generation of players who began to embrace the home run as a key component of offensive strategy, contributing to the evolving nature of the game during the late 2010s. His ability to hit home runs and steal bases made him a valuable asset in a competitive league, reflecting the changing dynamics of baseball during that era. After his retirement in 2020, Dozier left behind a legacy of being a reliable middle infielder who could change the course of a game with both his bat and glove.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1144 | 4316 | 664 | 1055 | 231 | 21 | 192 | 561 | 105 | 488 | 973 | 0.244 | 0.325 | 0.441 | 0.767 | 5011.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | MIN | AL | 84 | 316 | 33 | 74 | 11 | 1 | 6 | 33 | 9 | 16 | 58 | 0.234 | -1012.8 |
| 2013 | MIN | AL | 147 | 558 | 72 | 136 | 33 | 4 | 18 | 66 | 14 | 51 | 120 | 0.244 | 125.3 |
| 2014 | MIN | AL | 156 | 598 | 112 | 145 | 33 | 1 | 23 | 71 | 21 | 89 | 129 | 0.242 | 1270.5 |
| 2015 | MIN | AL | 157 | 628 | 101 | 148 | 39 | 4 | 28 | 77 | 12 | 61 | 148 | 0.236 | 395.5 |
| 2016 | MIN | AL | 155 | 615 | 104 | 165 | 35 | 5 | 42 | 99 | 18 | 61 | 138 | 0.268 | 2417.2 |
| 2017 | MIN | AL | 152 | 617 | 106 | 167 | 30 | 4 | 34 | 93 | 16 | 78 | 141 | 0.271 | 1954.0 |
| 2018 | LAD | NL | 47 | 143 | 16 | 26 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 20 | 4 | 24 | 33 | 0.182 | -251.1 |
| 2018 | MIN | AL | 104 | 410 | 65 | 93 | 21 | 2 | 16 | 52 | 8 | 46 | 96 | 0.227 | -251.1 |
| 2019 | WAS | NL | 135 | 416 | 54 | 99 | 20 | 0 | 20 | 50 | 3 | 61 | 105 | 0.238 | 288.4 |
| 2020 | NYN | NL | 7 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
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 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 18.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | WAS | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 18.00 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 26 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 0.154 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | NLCS | WAS | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2019 | WS | WAS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 |
| 2019 | NLDS1 | WAS | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2019 | NLWC | WAS | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2018 | NLCS | LAN | 6 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0.111 |
| 2018 | WS | LAN | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2018 | NLDS2 | LAN | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 |
| 2017 | ALWC | MIN | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1038 | 1013 | 1753 | 2813 | 60 | 689 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 83 | 81 | 111 | 287 | 15 | 70 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | MIN | SS | 83 | 81 | 111 | 287 | 15 | 70 |
| 2013 | MIN | 2B | 146 | 141 | 267 | 461 | 6 | 110 |
| 2014 | MIN | 2B | 156 | 155 | 261 | 475 | 15 | 98 |
| 2015 | MIN | 2B | 157 | 157 | 303 | 456 | 8 | 111 |
| 2016 | MIN | 2B | 151 | 151 | 286 | 419 | 8 | 118 |
| 2017 | MIN | 2B | 152 | 151 | 264 | 405 | 5 | 109 |
| 2018 | LAN | 2B | 45 | 40 | 68 | 82 | 4 | 19 |
| 2018 | MIN | 2B | 103 | 101 | 150 | 260 | 8 | 60 |
| 2019 | WAS | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | WAS | 2B | 123 | 114 | 145 | 248 | 5 | 61 |
| 2020 | NYN | 2B | 5 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Second Base | 1038 |
| Shortstop | 83 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Gold Glove | 2B |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | MIN | AL | $3,000,000 |
| 2015 | MIN | AL | $2,000,000 |
| 2014 | MIN | AL | $540,000 |
| 2013 | MIN | AL | $497,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,037,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Mississippi | Hattiesburg | MS | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 11th | 25.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2016 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 13th | 9.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2015 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 28th | 1.0 | 420 | 0 |