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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | CHW | AL | 10 | 16 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | CHW | AL | 8 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | CHW | AL | 38 | 110 | 13 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 14 | 38 | 0.209 | -3.4 |
| 2012 | CHW | AL | 52 | 136 | 19 | 29 | 6 | 0 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 12 | 56 | 0.213 | -45.2 |
| 2013 | CHW | AL | 84 | 256 | 24 | 50 | 11 | 0 | 10 | 24 | 0 | 14 | 94 | 0.195 | -775.9 |
| 2014 | CHW | AL | 127 | 407 | 42 | 98 | 16 | 1 | 15 | 50 | 0 | 25 | 159 | 0.241 | -97.3 |
| 2015 | CHW | AL | 112 | 331 | 21 | 79 | 12 | 0 | 9 | 39 | 0 | 21 | 104 | 0.239 | -576.8 |
| 2016 | ATL | NL | 83 | 281 | 27 | 76 | 18 | 0 | 8 | 41 | 0 | 29 | 91 | 0.270 | 359.1 |
| 2017 | ATL | NL | 99 | 317 | 41 | 89 | 16 | 0 | 12 | 49 | 0 | 31 | 82 | 0.281 | 791.1 |
| 2018 | ATL | NL | 82 | 251 | 34 | 57 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 30 | 0 | 35 | 76 | 0.227 | -24.7 |
| 2019 | ATL | NL | 85 | 271 | 36 | 62 | 11 | 3 | 11 | 34 | 0 | 31 | 105 | 0.229 | -149.5 |
| 2020 | ATL | NL | 22 | 69 | 5 | 15 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 34 | 0.217 | -84.3 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | CHA | C | 6 | 3 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | CHA | C | 7 | 3 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | CHA | C | 31 | 28 | 243 | 15 | 2 | 1 |
| 2011 | CHA | 1B | 3 | 2 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 | CHA | C | 49 | 40 | 324 | 29 | 2 | 5 |
| 2012 | CHA | 1B | 2 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | CHA | C | 84 | 77 | 640 | 42 | 4 | 4 |
| 2014 | CHA | C | 124 | 120 | 863 | 70 | 8 | 6 |
| 2015 | CHA | C | 110 | 100 | 877 | 63 | 5 | 10 |
| 2015 | CHA | 1B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | ATL | C | 81 | 76 | 607 | 29 | 3 | 1 |
| 2017 | ATL | C | 85 | 85 | 643 | 46 | 5 | 4 |
| 2018 | ATL | C | 76 | 70 | 596 | 37 | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 | ATL | C | 83 | 73 | 676 | 37 | 3 | 3 |
| 2020 | ATL | C | 22 | 22 | 181 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
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 | ||