Hunter Dozier, baseball player, 2016-2022

Hunter Dozier

Born: 8/22/1991 in Wichita Falls, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 2016-09-12 | Final Game: 2022-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Hunter William Dozier

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Biography

Hunter Dozier was a professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2016 to 2022, primarily for the Kansas City Royals. Born in 1991, Dozier made his MLB debut on September 12, 2016, showcasing his versatility as a position player. Throughout his career, he participated in 595 games, amassing 498 hits and demonstrating power at the plate with 73 home runs and 235 runs batted in (RBIs). His career batting average settled at .238, and he added a notable dimension to his playing style with 19 stolen bases, indicating his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively. Dozier's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by an increasing emphasis on power hitting and analytics. His contributions to the Royals were significant as the team sought to rebuild and remain competitive in the American League. Known for his solid defensive skills and adaptability on the field, Dozier left a lasting impact on the franchise before retiring on October 3, 2022. His journey from a promising rookie to a seasoned player reflects the challenges and triumphs faced by many athletes in the ever-evolving landscape of professional baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
595 2093 258 498 108 27 73 235 19 193 621 0.238 0.305 0.420 0.725 -608.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG PIV
2016 KCR AL 8 19 4 4 1 0 0 1 0 2 8 0.211 0.0
2018 KCR AL 102 362 36 83 19 4 11 34 2 24 109 0.229 -607.1
2019 KCR AL 139 523 75 146 29 10 26 84 2 55 148 0.279 1516.2
2020 KCR AL 44 158 29 36 4 2 6 12 4 27 48 0.228 49.0
2021 KCR AL 144 487 55 105 27 6 16 54 5 43 154 0.216 -801.3
2022 KCR AL 129 462 51 109 26 4 12 41 4 34 125 0.236 -414.8
2023 KCR AL 29 82 8 15 2 1 2 9 2 8 29 0.183 -350.8

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 1 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
2022 KCR AL 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1.0 2 2 1 0 18.00 -

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 152 135 1052 63 5 119
3B 239 228 132 363 22 42
OF 166 145 279 7 2 0
P 1 0 0 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2016 KCA OF 7 5 13 0 0 0
2018 KCA 1B 51 50 406 20 4 45
2018 KCA 3B 37 35 16 53 3 6
2018 KCA OF 2 2 3 0 0 0
2019 KCA 1B 7 7 47 1 0 4
2019 KCA 3B 100 99 66 181 9 20
2019 KCA OF 20 17 41 1 0 0
2020 KCA 1B 28 24 182 9 0 24
2020 KCA 3B 1 0 0 0 0 0
2020 KCA OF 20 20 33 0 0 0
2021 KCA 1B 19 12 99 8 0 10
2021 KCA 3B 57 52 33 75 5 11
2021 KCA OF 70 63 122 6 2 0
2022 KCA P 1 0 0 1 0 0
2022 KCA 1B 42 38 290 22 1 33
2022 KCA 3B 27 25 8 38 4 4
2022 KCA OF 40 34 59 0 0 0
2023 KCA 1B 5 4 28 3 0 3
2023 KCA 3B 17 17 9 16 1 1
2023 KCA OF 7 4 8 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 1
First Base 152
Third Base 239
Left Field 27
Right Field 147
Designated Hitter 60