Dexter Fowler
Born: 3/22/1986 in Atlanta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-09-02 | Final Game: 2021-04-09
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: William Dexter Fowler
Biography
Dexter Fowler, born in 1986, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2008 to 2021. Primarily serving as a position player, Fowler played a total of 1,460 games throughout his career, during which he accumulated 1,306 hits and 127 home runs. He established himself as a reliable offensive contributor, finishing with a batting average of .259 and driving in 517 runs. Known for his speed on the bases, Fowler recorded 149 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact games not only with his bat but also with his agility.
Fowler was selected as an All-Star once during his career, marking a significant achievement in his time as a player. He played in an era characterized by a blend of power hitting and speed, contributing to the dynamic nature of the game in the late 2000s and early 2010s. His contributions were particularly notable during his tenure with the Chicago Cubs, where he played a pivotal role in their 2016 World Series championship, breaking a 108-year championship drought. Fowler’s blend of skills, including his defensive abilities and offensive production, made him a valuable asset to every team he played for, leaving a lasting impact on the franchises he represented.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1460 | 5040 | 817 | 1306 | 253 | 82 | 127 | 517 | 149 | 740 | 1326 | 0.259 | 0.358 | 0.417 | 0.775 | 8345.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | COL | NL | 13 | 26 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | COL | NL | 135 | 433 | 73 | 115 | 29 | 10 | 4 | 34 | 27 | 67 | 116 | 0.266 | 315.9 |
| 2010 | COL | NL | 132 | 439 | 73 | 114 | 20 | 14 | 6 | 36 | 13 | 57 | 104 | 0.260 | 392.8 |
| 2011 | COL | NL | 125 | 481 | 84 | 128 | 35 | 15 | 5 | 45 | 12 | 68 | 130 | 0.266 | 1088.5 |
| 2012 | COL | NL | 143 | 454 | 72 | 136 | 18 | 11 | 13 | 53 | 12 | 68 | 128 | 0.300 | 1926.5 |
| 2013 | COL | NL | 119 | 415 | 71 | 109 | 18 | 3 | 12 | 42 | 19 | 65 | 105 | 0.263 | 947.3 |
| 2014 | HOU | AL | 116 | 434 | 61 | 120 | 21 | 4 | 8 | 35 | 11 | 66 | 108 | 0.276 | 1129.2 |
| 2015 | CHC | NL | 156 | 596 | 102 | 149 | 29 | 8 | 17 | 46 | 20 | 84 | 154 | 0.250 | 798.7 |
| 2016 | CHC | NL | 125 | 456 | 84 | 126 | 25 | 7 | 13 | 48 | 13 | 79 | 124 | 0.276 | 1573.0 |
| 2017 | STL | NL | 118 | 420 | 68 | 111 | 22 | 9 | 18 | 64 | 7 | 63 | 101 | 0.264 | 1171.8 |
| 2018 | STL | NL | 90 | 289 | 40 | 52 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 31 | 5 | 38 | 75 | 0.180 | -1096.3 |
| 2019 | STL | NL | 150 | 487 | 69 | 116 | 24 | 1 | 19 | 67 | 8 | 74 | 142 | 0.238 | 152.5 |
| 2020 | STL | NL | 31 | 90 | 14 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 1 | 10 | 28 | 0.233 | -54.4 |
| 2021 | LAA | AL | 7 | 20 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 169 | 23 | 37 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 9 | 40 | 0.219 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | NLWC2 | SLN | 3 | 14 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.286 |
| 2019 | NLDS2 | SLN | 5 | 22 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0.091 |
| 2019 | NLCS | SLN | 4 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.000 |
| 2016 | NLCS | CHN | 6 | 27 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0.333 |
| 2016 | NLDS1 | CHN | 4 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.133 |
| 2016 | WS | CHN | 7 | 30 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0.233 |
| 2015 | NLCS | CHN | 4 | 16 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.250 |
| 2015 | NLDS1 | CHN | 4 | 16 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.188 |
| 2015 | NLWC | CHN | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.750 |
| 2009 | NLDS2 | COL | 4 | 14 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.214 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1361 | 1277 | 2718 | 51 | 45 | 17 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | COL | OF | 9 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | COL | OF | 127 | 105 | 247 | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| 2010 | COL | OF | 120 | 103 | 239 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | COL | OF | 122 | 119 | 309 | 6 | 8 | 2 |
| 2012 | COL | OF | 131 | 116 | 257 | 4 | 6 | 2 |
| 2013 | COL | OF | 110 | 106 | 231 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| 2014 | HOU | OF | 111 | 110 | 238 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| 2015 | CHN | OF | 152 | 149 | 337 | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| 2016 | CHN | OF | 121 | 117 | 219 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| 2017 | SLN | OF | 109 | 108 | 222 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 | SLN | OF | 75 | 74 | 124 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 | SLN | OF | 140 | 132 | 238 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| 2020 | SLN | OF | 27 | 27 | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | LAA | OF | 7 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 1170 |
| Right Field | 228 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CHN | NL | $8,000,000 |
| 2015 | CHN | NL | $9,500,000 |
| 2014 | HOU | AL | $7,350,000 |
| 2013 | COL | NL | $3,750,000 |
| 2012 | COL | NL | $2,350,000 |
| 2011 | COL | NL | $424,000 |
| 2010 | COL | NL | $406,000 |
| 2009 | COL | NL | $401,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $32,181,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 8th | 1.0 | 160 | 0 |