Logan Forsythe, baseball player, 2011-2020

Logan Forsythe

Born: 1/14/1987 in Memphis, TN, USA

MLB Debut: 2011-05-04 | Final Game: 2020-08-25

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: John Logan Forsythe

Biography

Logan Forsythe was a versatile position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned nearly a decade from 2011 to 2020. Born in 1987, Forsythe made his mark in the league with his ability to adapt to various infield positions, showcasing a balanced skill set that included both power and speed. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 971 games, accumulating 762 hits, 71 home runs, and 307 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .244. Additionally, Forsythe demonstrated his base-running prowess with 42 stolen bases, reflecting his agility and awareness on the field. Forsythe's career unfolded during a dynamic era in baseball, characterized by an emphasis on analytics and a shift towards more versatile player roles. His contributions were particularly valuable to teams that sought flexibility in their lineups, as he was known for his ability to play multiple positions effectively. Throughout his time in the league, Forsythe played for several teams, including the Tampa Bay Rays and the Los Angeles Dodgers, leaving a legacy as a reliable player who could impact games both offensively and defensively. His journey through major league baseball highlights the evolution of player roles during a transformative period in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
971 3120 389 762 150 13 71 307 42 343 757 0.244 0.326 0.369 0.695 -1699.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1.0 2 1 0 1 0 9.00 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
14 37 9 11 2 0 0 6 9 7 0.297

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2017 WS LAN 7 18 3 5 1 0 0 3 4 4 0.278
2017 NLDS1 LAN 3 9 4 4 0 0 0 1 1 0 0.444
2017 NLCS LAN 4 10 2 2 1 0 0 2 4 3 0.200

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 79 59 447 28 4 50
2B 649 586 984 1448 46 299
3B 143 104 77 228 15 15
OF 20 11 14 0 0 0
P 1 0 0 0 0 0
SS 36 23 29 75 4 15

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 1
First Base 79
Second Base 649
Third Base 143
Shortstop 36
Left Field 18
Right Field 3
Designated Hitter 39

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2015 Player of the Week Week of 2015-09-06

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 TBA AL $2,250,000
2015 TBA AL $1,100,000
2014 TBA AL $509,700
2013 SDN NL $499,000
2012 SDN NL $481,400
Total Career Earnings $4,840,100

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Arkansas Fayetteville AR 2006, 2007, 2008