Tyler Flowers, baseball player, 2009-2020

Tyler Flowers

Born: 1/24/1986 in Roswell, GA, USA

MLB Debut: 2009-09-03 | Final Game: 2020-09-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 260 lbs

Full name: Cole Tyler Flowers

Biography

Tyler Flowers was a professional baseball player born in 1986, who made his mark in Major League Baseball as a versatile position player from 2009 until his retirement in 2020. Over the course of his career, he played in 802 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a catcher. Known for his power at the plate, Flowers hit 86 home runs and drove in 301 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .237. His ability to contribute offensively was complemented by a solid defensive presence behind the plate, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. Flowers’ career spanned over a decade, during which he was part of an era characterized by an emphasis on power-hitting and evolving catching techniques. He demonstrated a keen awareness of the game, combining both offensive and defensive skills that allowed him to thrive in a competitive landscape. With a total of 582 hits and 2 stolen bases, Flowers left a lasting impression on the teams he represented, particularly the Chicago White Sox, where he built a reputation as a reliable player. His contributions to the game have solidified his place in the annals of baseball history as a notable figure in the early 21st century.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
802 2456 267 582 111 5 86 301 2 227 852 0.237 0.319 0.391 0.710 -606.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
7 11 2 3 0 0 0 0 1 3 0.273

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2020 NLCS ATL 1 3 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.333
2020 NLWC4 ATL 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
2019 NLDS2 ATL 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.000
2018 NLDS2 ATL 3 7 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 3 0.143

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 7 3 30 6 0 4
C 758 697 5700 374 34 36

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 758
First Base 7
Designated Hitter 8

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 ATL NL $2,000,000
2015 CHA AL $2,675,000
2014 CHA AL $950,000
2013 CHA AL $510,000
2012 CHA AL $483,000
Total Career Earnings $6,618,000