Austin Hays
Born: 7/5/1995 in Daytona Beach, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2017-09-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Austin Charles Bryan Hays
Biography
Austin Hays is an active professional baseball player, born in 1995, who plays as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Baltimore Orioles. Debuting on September 7, 2017, Hays quickly establishes himself as a key contributor to the Orioles' lineup. Over his career, he has participated in 579 games, accumulating 530 hits and 68 home runs, along with 248 RBIs. His career batting average stands at .261, and he has also showcased his speed on the bases with 17 stolen bases. Hays’s performance earns him an All-Star selection, highlighting his impact and recognition in the league.
Known for his solid defensive skills and powerful bat, Hays plays an integral role in the Orioles' resurgence in recent years. As part of a young and dynamic roster, he embodies the combination of athleticism and versatility that characterizes modern baseball players. With the game evolving around him, Hays continues to adapt and refine his skills, making him a player to watch as the Orioles aim to compete in a competitive AL East landscape. His contributions are essential as he seeks to further his legacy in a league that has seen significant changes and challenges over the years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 579 | 2028 | 277 | 530 | 126 | 8 | 68 | 248 | 17 | 126 | 475 | 0.261 | 0.313 | 0.432 | 0.745 | 793.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | BAL | AL | 20 | 60 | 4 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0.217 | -284.4 |
| 2019 | BAL | AL | 21 | 68 | 12 | 21 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 2 | 7 | 13 | 0.309 | 289.8 |
| 2020 | BAL | AL | 33 | 122 | 20 | 34 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 8 | 25 | 0.279 | -48.6 |
| 2021 | BAL | AL | 131 | 488 | 73 | 125 | 26 | 4 | 22 | 71 | 4 | 28 | 107 | 0.256 | 430.4 |
| 2022 | BAL | AL | 145 | 535 | 66 | 134 | 35 | 2 | 16 | 60 | 2 | 34 | 114 | 0.250 | 104.7 |
| 2023 | BAL | AL | 144 | 520 | 76 | 143 | 36 | 2 | 16 | 67 | 5 | 38 | 141 | 0.275 | 396.5 |
| 2024 | BAL | AL | 63 | 157 | 18 | 40 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 9 | 40 | 0.255 | -8.2 |
| 2024 | PHI | NL | 22 | 78 | 8 | 20 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 19 | 0.256 | -8.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.200 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | NLDS1 | PHI | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
| 2023 | ALDS1 | BAL | 3 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.273 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 569 | 510 | 1040 | 27 | 6 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | BAL | OF | 20 | 16 | 28 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | BAL | OF | 20 | 15 | 54 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | BAL | OF | 33 | 31 | 67 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | BAL | OF | 129 | 119 | 244 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 | BAL | OF | 141 | 136 | 276 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | BAL | OF | 149 | 134 | 256 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | BAL | OF | 56 | 38 | 80 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | PHI | OF | 21 | 21 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 395 |
| Center Field | 70 |
| Right Field | 137 |
| Designated Hitter | 10 |