Adam Dunn
Born: 11/9/1979 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-07-20 | Final Game: 2014-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 285 lbs
Full name: Adam Troy Dunn
Biography
Adam Dunn, born in 1979, was a prominent American baseball player whose career spanned from 2001 to 2014. Known for his powerful hitting and formidable presence at the plate, Dunn participated in a total of 2001 games throughout his 14-year career. He amassed 1631 hits and launched 462 home runs, establishing himself as one of the key sluggers of his era. His offensive prowess also translated into 1168 RBIs, while he maintained a batting average of .237. Dunn's ability to draw walks contributed to his on-base percentage, making him a significant threat in the lineup.
Dunn was selected as an All-Star twice, showcasing his impact in the game during the 2000s when power hitters were highly valued. His playing style was characterized by a combination of raw power and an aggressive approach, which often led to high strikeout totals but also electrifying moments for fans. Over his career, he also recorded 63 stolen bases, illustrating a level of athleticism that complemented his power. As a notable figure in Major League Baseball, Adam Dunn's legacy is marked by his home runs and his role in the evolution of the game during a time when offensive output was at a premium.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 6883 | 1097 | 1631 | 334 | 10 | 462 | 1168 | 63 | 1317 | 2379 | 0.237 | 0.364 | 0.490 | 0.854 | 24737.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | CIN | NL | 66 | 244 | 54 | 64 | 18 | 1 | 19 | 43 | 4 | 38 | 74 | 0.262 | 1172.5 |
| 2002 | CIN | NL | 158 | 535 | 84 | 133 | 28 | 2 | 26 | 71 | 19 | 128 | 170 | 0.249 | 2207.7 |
| 2003 | CIN | NL | 116 | 381 | 70 | 82 | 12 | 1 | 27 | 57 | 8 | 74 | 126 | 0.215 | 822.0 |
| 2004 | CIN | NL | 161 | 568 | 105 | 151 | 34 | 0 | 46 | 102 | 6 | 108 | 195 | 0.266 | 3385.1 |
| 2005 | CIN | NL | 160 | 543 | 107 | 134 | 35 | 2 | 40 | 101 | 4 | 114 | 168 | 0.247 | 3111.8 |
| 2006 | CIN | NL | 160 | 561 | 99 | 131 | 24 | 0 | 40 | 92 | 7 | 112 | 194 | 0.234 | 1656.4 |
| 2007 | CIN | NL | 152 | 522 | 101 | 138 | 27 | 2 | 40 | 106 | 9 | 101 | 165 | 0.264 | 2876.4 |
| 2008 | AZ | NL | 44 | 144 | 21 | 35 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 26 | 1 | 42 | 44 | 0.243 | 658.0 |
| 2008 | CIN | NL | 114 | 373 | 58 | 87 | 14 | 0 | 32 | 74 | 1 | 80 | 120 | 0.233 | 658.0 |
| 2009 | WAS | NL | 159 | 546 | 81 | 146 | 29 | 0 | 38 | 105 | 0 | 116 | 177 | 0.267 | 3143.5 |
| 2010 | WAS | NL | 158 | 558 | 85 | 145 | 36 | 2 | 38 | 103 | 0 | 77 | 199 | 0.260 | 2626.1 |
| 2011 | CHW | AL | 122 | 415 | 36 | 66 | 16 | 0 | 11 | 42 | 0 | 75 | 177 | 0.159 | -1498.5 |
| 2012 | CHW | AL | 151 | 539 | 87 | 110 | 19 | 0 | 41 | 96 | 2 | 105 | 222 | 0.204 | 1329.9 |
| 2013 | CHW | AL | 149 | 525 | 60 | 115 | 15 | 0 | 34 | 86 | 1 | 76 | 189 | 0.219 | 786.6 |
| 2014 | CHW | AL | 106 | 363 | 43 | 80 | 17 | 0 | 20 | 54 | 1 | 65 | 132 | 0.220 | 843.7 |
| 2014 | OAK | AL | 25 | 66 | 6 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 6 | 27 | 0.212 | 843.7 |
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 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 9.00 | - |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 528 | 490 | 4034 | 279 | 51 | 404 |
| OF | 1113 | 1084 | 1968 | 52 | 69 | 8 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | CIN | OF | 63 | 63 | 136 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2002 | CIN | 1B | 44 | 37 | 360 | 22 | 6 | 30 |
| 2002 | CIN | OF | 118 | 114 | 201 | 10 | 9 | 2 |
| 2003 | CIN | 1B | 19 | 7 | 81 | 8 | 1 | 10 |
| 2003 | CIN | OF | 102 | 100 | 208 | 5 | 10 | 2 |
| 2004 | CIN | 1B | 10 | 9 | 76 | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| 2004 | CIN | OF | 156 | 146 | 250 | 10 | 8 | 1 |
| 2005 | CIN | 1B | 33 | 27 | 244 | 11 | 4 | 31 |
| 2005 | CIN | OF | 133 | 126 | 246 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| 2006 | CIN | 1B | 2 | 2 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2006 | CIN | OF | 156 | 156 | 279 | 7 | 12 | 1 |
| 2007 | CIN | OF | 144 | 142 | 244 | 4 | 6 | 0 |
| 2008 | ARI | 1B | 19 | 14 | 123 | 7 | 3 | 14 |
| 2008 | ARI | OF | 31 | 30 | 48 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | CIN | OF | 110 | 110 | 191 | 5 | 7 | 1 |
| 2009 | WAS | 1B | 67 | 66 | 531 | 37 | 8 | 63 |
| 2009 | WAS | OF | 84 | 83 | 142 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| 2010 | WAS | 1B | 153 | 151 | 1203 | 93 | 13 | 119 |
| 2011 | CHA | 1B | 35 | 34 | 259 | 24 | 4 | 21 |
| 2011 | CHA | OF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | CHA | 1B | 52 | 51 | 387 | 34 | 2 | 31 |
| 2012 | CHA | OF | 5 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | CHA | 1B | 71 | 70 | 548 | 31 | 8 | 54 |
| 2013 | CHA | OF | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | CHA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | CHA | 1B | 23 | 22 | 207 | 7 | 1 | 24 |
| 2014 | CHA | OF | 6 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| First Base | 528 |
| Left Field | 1023 |
| Right Field | 108 |
| Designated Hitter | 361 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | MLB Players Choice Comeback Player | |
| 2012 | TSN Comeback Player of the Year | |
| 2007 | Player of the Week | Week of 2007-06-16 |
| 2005 | Player of the Month | July |
| 2002 | Player of the Week | Week of 2002-05-11 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CHA | AL | $15,000,000 |
| 2013 | CHA | AL | $15,000,000 |
| 2012 | CHA | AL | $14,000,000 |
| 2011 | CHA | AL | $12,000,000 |
| 2010 | WAS | NL | $12,000,000 |
| 2009 | WAS | NL | $8,000,000 |
| 2008 | CIN | NL | $13,000,000 |
| 2007 | CIN | NL | $10,500,000 |
| 2006 | CIN | NL | $7,500,000 |
| 2005 | CIN | NL | $4,600,000 |
| 2004 | CIN | NL | $445,000 |
| 2003 | CIN | NL | $400,000 |
| 2002 | CIN | NL | $250,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $112,695,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 21th | 9.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2005 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 26th | 4.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2004 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 28th | 2.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2001 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 4th | 1.0 | 160 | 0 |