Prince Fielder, baseball player, 319 home runs, 2005-2016

Prince Fielder

Born: 5/9/1984 in Ontario, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2005-06-13 | Final Game: 2016-07-18

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 275 lbs

Full name: Prince Semien Fielder

Biography

Prince Fielder, born in 1984, was a formidable presence in Major League Baseball from 2005 until his retirement in 2016. A dynamic first baseman and designated hitter, Fielder played a total of 1,611 games during his career, amassing 1,645 hits and an impressive 319 home runs. Known for his powerful swing and keen eye at the plate, he finished his career with a batting average of .283 and recorded 1,028 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs consistently. His offensive prowess was complemented by his speed on the basepaths, as he accumulated 18 stolen bases throughout his career. Fielder's contributions to the game were recognized with six All-Star selections, highlighting his status as one of the premier sluggers of his era. He earned accolades including Rookie of the Month and the All-Star Game MVP, further solidifying his legacy in baseball. Fielder played during a time when power hitters were celebrated, and his ability to combine strength with contact hitting made him a standout player of his generation. His joyful demeanor and love for the game endeared him to fans, leaving a lasting impact on the sport even after he hung up his cleats.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1611 5821 862 1645 321 10 319 1028 18 847 1155 0.283 0.382 0.506 0.887 27575.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
44 164 13 31 5 0 5 12 15 36 0.189

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2015 ALDS2 TEX 5 20 1 3 0 0 0 1 1 4 0.150
2013 ALDS2 DET 5 18 2 5 0 0 0 0 1 2 0.278
2013 ALCS DET 6 22 1 4 1 0 0 0 2 5 0.182
2012 ALCS DET 4 17 1 4 0 0 0 1 2 5 0.235
2012 WS DET 4 14 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 0.071
2012 ALDS2 DET 5 21 1 4 0 0 1 2 1 2 0.190
2011 NLCS MIL 6 20 4 4 2 0 2 3 4 4 0.200
2011 NLDS2 MIL 5 18 2 5 2 0 1 3 2 5 0.278
2008 NLDS2 MIL 4 14 1 1 0 0 1 2 2 5 0.071

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1324 1316 10722 744 95 1025

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1324
Designated Hitter 254

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 TEX AL $24,000,000
2015 TEX AL $24,000,000
2014 TEX AL $24,000,000
2013 DET AL $23,000,000
2012 DET AL $23,000,000
2011 MIL NL $15,500,000
2010 MIL NL $11,000,000
2009 MIL NL $7,000,000
2008 MIL NL $670,000
2007 MIL NL $415,000
2006 MIL NL $329,500
Total Career Earnings $152,914,500

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2015 Most Valuable Player AL 13th 33.0 420 0
2012 Most Valuable Player AL 9th 56.0 392 0
2011 Most Valuable Player NL 3rd 229.0 448 1
2009 Most Valuable Player NL 4th 203.0 448 0
2008 Most Valuable Player NL 20th 11.0 448 0
2007 Most Valuable Player NL 3rd 284.0 448 5
2006 Rookie of the Year NL 7th 2.0 160 0