Yasmani Grandal
Born: 11/8/1988 in Havana, La Habana, Cuba
MLB Debut: 2012-06-02
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 225 lbs
Biography
Yasmani Grandal is an active professional baseball player, born in 1988, who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut on June 2, 2012. Primarily serving as a catcher and position player, Grandal is known for his impressive power-hitting ability, highlighted by his 194 home runs and 592 RBIs across 1,307 games played. His offensive contributions are complemented by his keen eye at the plate, although his career batting average stands at .236. In addition to his power, Grandal has showcased his speed on the base paths, recording 13 stolen bases throughout his career.
As a two-time All-Star, Grandal has established himself as one of the notable catchers in the modern era of baseball, often recognized for his defensive skills as well as his offensive prowess. Playing during an era characterized by a strong emphasis on analytics and player versatility, he continues to be a valuable asset for his team, contributing both behind the plate and in the batting order. Grandal's ongoing career reflects his adaptability and resilience in a highly competitive environment, cementing his legacy as a key figure in the landscape of contemporary baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1307 | 4138 | 535 | 977 | 183 | 7 | 194 | 592 | 13 | 679 | 1124 | 0.236 | 0.345 | 0.424 | 0.769 | 5843.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | SDP | NL | 60 | 192 | 28 | 57 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 36 | 0 | 31 | 39 | 0.297 | 755.8 |
| 2013 | SDP | NL | 28 | 88 | 13 | 19 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 18 | 18 | 0.216 | 10.2 |
| 2014 | SDP | NL | 128 | 377 | 47 | 85 | 19 | 1 | 15 | 49 | 3 | 58 | 115 | 0.225 | 365.0 |
| 2015 | LAD | NL | 115 | 355 | 43 | 83 | 12 | 0 | 16 | 47 | 0 | 65 | 92 | 0.234 | 550.1 |
| 2016 | LAD | NL | 126 | 390 | 49 | 89 | 14 | 1 | 27 | 72 | 1 | 64 | 116 | 0.228 | 916.8 |
| 2017 | LAD | NL | 129 | 438 | 50 | 108 | 27 | 0 | 22 | 58 | 0 | 40 | 130 | 0.247 | 98.5 |
| 2018 | LAD | NL | 140 | 440 | 65 | 106 | 23 | 2 | 24 | 68 | 2 | 72 | 124 | 0.241 | 1193.7 |
| 2019 | MIL | NL | 153 | 513 | 79 | 126 | 26 | 2 | 28 | 77 | 5 | 109 | 139 | 0.246 | 1665.3 |
| 2020 | CHW | AL | 46 | 161 | 27 | 37 | 7 | 0 | 8 | 27 | 0 | 30 | 58 | 0.230 | 183.9 |
| 2021 | CHW | AL | 93 | 279 | 60 | 67 | 9 | 0 | 23 | 62 | 0 | 87 | 82 | 0.240 | 1934.0 |
| 2022 | CHW | AL | 99 | 327 | 15 | 66 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 27 | 1 | 45 | 79 | 0.202 | -1021.0 |
| 2023 | CHW | AL | 118 | 363 | 33 | 85 | 14 | 0 | 8 | 33 | 0 | 36 | 86 | 0.234 | -773.6 |
| 2024 | PIT | NL | 72 | 215 | 26 | 49 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 27 | 1 | 24 | 46 | 0.228 | -35.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 102 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 16 | 23 | 42 | 0.127 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ALDS1 | CHA | 4 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0.143 |
| 2020 | ALWC4 | CHA | 3 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 0.200 |
| 2019 | NLWC | MIL | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.333 |
| 2018 | NLCS | LAN | 5 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.182 |
| 2018 | WS | LAN | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.200 |
| 2018 | NLDS2 | LAN | 4 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 0.077 |
| 2017 | WS | LAN | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | NLCS | LAN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | NLDS1 | LAN | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2016 | NLDS2 | LAN | 5 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.125 |
| 2016 | NLCS | LAN | 6 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 0.083 |
| 2015 | NLDS2 | LAN | 3 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.100 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 97 | 71 | 549 | 41 | 7 | 58 |
| C | 1114 | 1011 | 9115 | 428 | 65 | 44 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | SDN | C | 55 | 52 | 386 | 38 | 5 | 2 |
| 2013 | SDN | C | 26 | 26 | 195 | 11 | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 | SDN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | SDN | C | 76 | 67 | 526 | 31 | 4 | 4 |
| 2014 | SDN | 1B | 37 | 33 | 235 | 22 | 3 | 18 |
| 2015 | LAN | C | 107 | 100 | 811 | 60 | 3 | 5 |
| 2015 | LAN | 1B | 6 | 2 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 2016 | LAN | C | 115 | 106 | 1022 | 55 | 5 | 4 |
| 2016 | LAN | 1B | 4 | 2 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | LAN | C | 117 | 113 | 1089 | 54 | 6 | 4 |
| 2018 | LAN | C | 135 | 110 | 1114 | 47 | 7 | 6 |
| 2018 | LAN | 1B | 2 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 | MIL | C | 137 | 124 | 1169 | 41 | 8 | 10 |
| 2019 | MIL | 1B | 20 | 16 | 114 | 8 | 1 | 14 |
| 2020 | CHA | C | 32 | 32 | 271 | 13 | 2 | 2 |
| 2020 | CHA | 1B | 6 | 6 | 56 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| 2021 | CHA | C | 80 | 76 | 688 | 22 | 8 | 2 |
| 2021 | CHA | 1B | 8 | 5 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 | CHA | C | 71 | 64 | 546 | 17 | 4 | 1 |
| 2022 | CHA | 1B | 5 | 3 | 29 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 2023 | CHA | C | 92 | 79 | 730 | 30 | 4 | 3 |
| 2023 | CHA | 1B | 6 | 3 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | PIT | C | 71 | 62 | 568 | 9 | 7 | 0 |
| 2024 | PIT | 1B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1114 |
| First Base | 97 |
| Designated Hitter | 59 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | C |
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | C |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | LAN | NL | $2,800,000 |
| 2015 | LAN | NL | $693,000 |
| 2014 | SDN | NL | $792,000 |
| 2013 | SDN | NL | $990,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,275,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Miami | Coral Gables | FL | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 15th | 4.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2016 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 22th | 4.0 | 420 | 0 |