Jacoby Ellsbury
Born: 9/11/1983 in Madras, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-06-30 | Final Game: 2017-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Jacoby McCabe Ellsbury
Biography
Jacoby Ellsbury, born in 1983, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, known for his speed and agility on the field. His career spanned from 2007 to 2017, during which he played a total of 1,235 games. Ellsbury finished his career with 1,376 hits, 104 home runs, and 512 RBIs, boasting a commendable batting average of .284. A standout in the base paths, he accumulated 343 stolen bases, making him one of the notable speedsters of his era.
Ellsbury's impact was particularly felt during his tenure with the Boston Red Sox, where he earned an All-Star selection and was recognized as Rookie of the Month early in his career. He played a crucial role in the Red Sox's success during the late 2000s and early 2010s, contributing to the teamโs dynamic offensive strategy. His playing style combined excellent contact hitting with remarkable base-running ability, marking him as a significant player in a time that valued both power and speed in the game. Ellsbury's contributions to baseball extended beyond statistics, as he became a symbol of resilience and athleticism during his time in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1235 | 4846 | 749 | 1376 | 241 | 47 | 104 | 512 | 343 | 399 | 737 | 0.284 | 0.342 | 0.417 | 0.760 | 4302.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | BOS | AL | 33 | 116 | 20 | 41 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 18 | 9 | 8 | 15 | 0.353 | 378.7 |
| 2008 | BOS | AL | 145 | 554 | 98 | 155 | 22 | 7 | 9 | 47 | 50 | 41 | 80 | 0.280 | -297.9 |
| 2009 | BOS | AL | 153 | 624 | 94 | 188 | 27 | 10 | 8 | 60 | 70 | 49 | 74 | 0.301 | 336.8 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | 18 | 78 | 10 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 9 | 0.192 | -430.4 |
| 2011 | BOS | AL | 158 | 660 | 119 | 212 | 46 | 5 | 32 | 105 | 39 | 52 | 98 | 0.321 | 3798.3 |
| 2012 | BOS | AL | 74 | 303 | 43 | 82 | 18 | 0 | 4 | 26 | 14 | 19 | 43 | 0.271 | -317.7 |
| 2013 | BOS | AL | 134 | 577 | 92 | 172 | 31 | 8 | 9 | 53 | 52 | 47 | 92 | 0.298 | 1099.7 |
| 2014 | NYY | AL | 149 | 575 | 71 | 156 | 27 | 5 | 16 | 70 | 39 | 49 | 93 | 0.271 | 708.5 |
| 2015 | NYY | AL | 111 | 452 | 66 | 116 | 15 | 2 | 7 | 33 | 21 | 35 | 86 | 0.257 | -603.6 |
| 2016 | NYY | AL | 148 | 551 | 71 | 145 | 24 | 5 | 9 | 56 | 20 | 54 | 84 | 0.263 | -465.4 |
| 2017 | NYY | AL | 112 | 356 | 65 | 94 | 20 | 4 | 7 | 39 | 22 | 41 | 63 | 0.264 | 95.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 143 | 27 | 40 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 15 | 27 | 0.280 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | ALWC | NYA | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | ALCS | NYA | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | ALDS1 | NYA | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2015 | ALWC | NYA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2013 | ALDS1 | BOS | 4 | 18 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0.500 |
| 2013 | ALCS | BOS | 6 | 22 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 0.318 |
| 2013 | WS | BOS | 6 | 24 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 0.250 |
| 2009 | ALDS2 | BOS | 3 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 |
| 2008 | ALCS | BOS | 4 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 |
| 2008 | ALDS1 | BOS | 4 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0.333 |
| 2007 | WS | BOS | 4 | 16 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0.438 |
| 2007 | ALDS1 | BOS | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2007 | ALCS | BOS | 5 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1201 | 1154 | 2784 | 33 | 15 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | BOS | OF | 33 | 28 | 75 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | BOS | OF | 140 | 129 | 332 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | BOS | OF | 153 | 150 | 357 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2010 | BOS | OF | 18 | 18 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | BOS | OF | 154 | 152 | 388 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
| 2012 | BOS | OF | 73 | 71 | 164 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 2013 | BOS | OF | 134 | 134 | 347 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| 2014 | NYA | OF | 141 | 138 | 380 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 | NYA | OF | 110 | 106 | 232 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | NYA | OF | 148 | 138 | 272 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| 2017 | NYA | OF | 97 | 90 | 193 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 86 |
| Center Field | 1105 |
| Right Field | 37 |
| Designated Hitter | 19 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Player of the Week | Week of 2014-09-01 |
| 2011 | Comeback Player of the Year | |
| 2011 | Gold Glove | CF |
| 2011 | MLB Players Choice Comeback Player | |
| 2011 | Player of the Week | Week of 2011-06-12 |
| 2011 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2011 | TSN Comeback Player of the Year | |
| 2009 | This Year in Baseball Defensive Player of the Year | MLB.com GIBBY |
| 2007 | Rookie of the Month | September |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NYA | AL | $21,142,857 |
| 2015 | NYA | AL | $21,142,857 |
| 2014 | NYA | AL | $21,142,857 |
| 2013 | BOS | AL | $9,000,000 |
| 2012 | BOS | AL | $8,050,000 |
| 2011 | BOS | AL | $2,400,000 |
| 2010 | BOS | AL | $496,500 |
| 2009 | BOS | AL | $449,500 |
| 2008 | BOS | AL | $406,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $84,230,571 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon State University | Corvallis | OR | 2003, 2004, 2005 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 15th | 3.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2011 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 2nd | 242.0 | 392 | 4 |
| 2008 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 26.0 | 140 | 0 |