Danny Espinosa
Active Player
Born: 4/25/1987 in Santa Ana, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2010-09-01 | Final Game: 2017-09-15
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Daniel Richard Espinosa
Biography
Danny Espinosa was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2010 to 2017. Born in 1987, Espinosa's career spanned eight seasons during which he played primarily as a position player. Over the course of 872 games, he accumulated 644 hits, 98 home runs, and 316 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .221. Known for his versatility in the infield, Espinosa was celebrated for his defensive capabilities, particularly as a shortstop and second baseman. His speed on the basepaths was also notable, as he successfully stole 64 bases throughout his career.
Espinosa played in a competitive era of baseball characterized by advanced analytics and a focus on power hitting. Despite his struggles with batting average, his ability to hit home runs and drive in runs made him a valuable asset to his teams, particularly the Washington Nationals, where he spent the majority of his career. His contributions to the game extended beyond statistics; he was recognized for his work ethic and determination, exemplifying the spirit of a player striving to succeed in a challenging league. After his retirement in 2017, Espinosa left behind a legacy as a player who embodied the grit and resilience required to thrive in professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 872 | 2910 | 367 | 644 | 139 | 12 | 98 | 316 | 64 | 242 | 943 | 0.221 | 0.297 | 0.378 | 0.675 | -3432.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | WAS | NL | 28 | 103 | 16 | 22 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 9 | 30 | 0.214 | -42.1 |
| 2011 | WAS | NL | 158 | 573 | 72 | 135 | 29 | 5 | 21 | 66 | 17 | 57 | 166 | 0.236 | 343.7 |
| 2012 | WAS | NL | 160 | 594 | 82 | 147 | 37 | 2 | 17 | 56 | 20 | 46 | 189 | 0.247 | -102.5 |
| 2013 | WAS | NL | 44 | 158 | 11 | 25 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 47 | 0.158 | -979.3 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | 114 | 333 | 31 | 73 | 14 | 3 | 8 | 27 | 8 | 18 | 122 | 0.219 | -585.5 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | 118 | 367 | 59 | 88 | 21 | 1 | 13 | 37 | 5 | 33 | 106 | 0.240 | -22.7 |
| 2016 | WAS | NL | 157 | 516 | 66 | 108 | 15 | 0 | 24 | 72 | 9 | 54 | 174 | 0.209 | -670.8 |
| 2017 | LAA | AL | 77 | 228 | 27 | 37 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 29 | 3 | 19 | 91 | 0.162 | -1373.4 |
| 2017 | SEA | AL | 8 | 16 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0.188 | -1373.4 |
| 2017 | TBR | AL | 8 | 22 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0.273 | -1373.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 33 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 16 | 0.091 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NLDS2 | WAS | 5 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0.143 |
| 2014 | NLDS1 | WAS | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2012 | NLDS1 | WAS | 5 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.067 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 7 | 6 | 42 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| 2B | 600 | 563 | 1067 | 1632 | 31 | 364 |
| 3B | 20 | 9 | 13 | 22 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 5 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 220 | 203 | 248 | 574 | 28 | 128 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | WAS | 2B | 25 | 23 | 57 | 74 | 0 | 20 |
| 2010 | WAS | SS | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 | WAS | 2B | 158 | 155 | 305 | 464 | 14 | 101 |
| 2012 | WAS | 2B | 126 | 119 | 192 | 329 | 6 | 67 |
| 2012 | WAS | SS | 36 | 34 | 43 | 110 | 7 | 23 |
| 2013 | WAS | 2B | 43 | 43 | 96 | 119 | 2 | 32 |
| 2013 | WAS | SS | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | WAS | 2B | 89 | 77 | 157 | 231 | 4 | 58 |
| 2014 | WAS | SS | 12 | 8 | 16 | 28 | 1 | 7 |
| 2015 | WAS | 1B | 5 | 5 | 34 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 2015 | WAS | 2B | 81 | 75 | 136 | 240 | 1 | 47 |
| 2015 | WAS | 3B | 16 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 | WAS | SS | 8 | 5 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | WAS | OF | 5 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | WAS | SS | 157 | 152 | 181 | 404 | 18 | 96 |
| 2017 | LAA | 2B | 71 | 64 | 114 | 162 | 2 | 37 |
| 2017 | SEA | 1B | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | SEA | 2B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | SEA | 3B | 3 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | SEA | SS | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | TBA | 2B | 6 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| 2017 | TBA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | TBA | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 7 |
| Second Base | 600 |
| Third Base | 20 |
| Shortstop | 220 |
| Left Field | 5 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Player of the Week | Week of 2016-07-02 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | WAS | NL | $2,875,000 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | $1,800,000 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | $540,580 |
| 2013 | WAS | NL | $526,250 |
| 2012 | WAS | NL | $506,000 |
| 2011 | WAS | NL | $415,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,662,830 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Long Beach | Long Beach | CA | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 6th | 3.0 | 160 | 0 |