Cesar Hernandez
Born: 5/23/1990 in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2013-05-29 | Final Game: 2022-10-05
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 183 lbs
Full name: Cesar Augusto Hernandez
Biography
Cesar Hernandez, born in 1990, was a versatile position player who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2022. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,186 games, amassing 1,144 hits and demonstrating a consistent ability to get on base with a career batting average of .267. Known for his speed and agility, Hernandez successfully stole 91 bases, showcasing his capability to be a threat on the basepaths. He recorded 71 home runs and 369 RBIs, reflecting his well-rounded offensive skill set that included both power and the ability to drive in runs.
Throughout his time in the league, Hernandez was recognized for his solid defensive skills and adaptability, playing multiple infield positions, primarily at second base. His career spanned an era marked by a focus on analytics and player efficiency, and he became known for his disciplined approach at the plate. Hernandez's contributions were instrumental for the teams he played for, particularly during his tenure with the Philadelphia Phillies and later with the Cleveland Guardians. His impact on the game, characterized by a blend of speed, contact hitting, and defensive versatility, left a lasting impression in Major League Baseball before his retirement in October 2022.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1186 | 4278 | 590 | 1144 | 182 | 33 | 71 | 369 | 91 | 453 | 926 | 0.267 | 0.341 | 0.375 | 0.716 | -638.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | PHI | NL | 34 | 121 | 17 | 35 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 26 | 0.289 | -74.6 |
| 2014 | PHI | NL | 66 | 114 | 13 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 33 | 0.237 | -344.7 |
| 2015 | PHI | NL | 127 | 405 | 57 | 110 | 20 | 4 | 1 | 35 | 19 | 40 | 86 | 0.272 | -250.7 |
| 2016 | PHI | NL | 155 | 547 | 67 | 161 | 14 | 11 | 6 | 39 | 17 | 66 | 116 | 0.294 | 622.9 |
| 2017 | PHI | NL | 128 | 511 | 85 | 150 | 26 | 6 | 9 | 34 | 15 | 61 | 104 | 0.294 | 783.8 |
| 2018 | PHI | NL | 161 | 605 | 91 | 153 | 15 | 3 | 15 | 60 | 19 | 95 | 155 | 0.253 | 249.9 |
| 2019 | PHI | NL | 161 | 612 | 77 | 171 | 31 | 3 | 14 | 71 | 9 | 45 | 100 | 0.279 | -242.0 |
| 2020 | CLE | AL | 58 | 233 | 35 | 66 | 20 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 0 | 24 | 57 | 0.283 | 174.9 |
| 2021 | CHW | AL | 53 | 194 | 24 | 45 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 21 | 45 | 0.232 | -504.7 |
| 2021 | CLE | AL | 96 | 376 | 60 | 87 | 17 | 2 | 18 | 47 | 0 | 38 | 90 | 0.231 | -504.7 |
| 2022 | WAS | NL | 147 | 560 | 64 | 139 | 28 | 4 | 1 | 34 | 10 | 45 | 114 | 0.248 | -1118.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 15 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ALDS1 | CHA | 3 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.286 |
| 2020 | ALWC2 | CLE | 2 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.375 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1022 | 988 | 1578 | 2452 | 75 | 599 |
| 3B | 33 | 29 | 21 | 53 | 6 | 4 |
| OF | 32 | 32 | 68 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| SS | 22 | 13 | 24 | 38 | 1 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | PHI | 2B | 10 | 7 | 12 | 19 | 2 | 4 |
| 2013 | PHI | OF | 22 | 22 | 45 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2014 | PHI | 2B | 11 | 8 | 22 | 14 | 0 | 3 |
| 2014 | PHI | 3B | 14 | 12 | 5 | 19 | 3 | 1 |
| 2014 | PHI | SS | 4 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | PHI | 2B | 88 | 75 | 132 | 234 | 6 | 47 |
| 2015 | PHI | 3B | 10 | 9 | 8 | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 | PHI | SS | 12 | 9 | 12 | 26 | 1 | 4 |
| 2016 | PHI | 2B | 149 | 143 | 241 | 390 | 12 | 102 |
| 2016 | PHI | SS | 4 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 3 |
| 2017 | PHI | 2B | 127 | 124 | 224 | 337 | 11 | 79 |
| 2017 | PHI | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | PHI | 2B | 154 | 153 | 243 | 378 | 12 | 92 |
| 2019 | PHI | 2B | 157 | 155 | 271 | 354 | 12 | 96 |
| 2020 | CLE | 2B | 58 | 57 | 67 | 139 | 4 | 33 |
| 2021 | CHA | 2B | 53 | 53 | 65 | 127 | 5 | 30 |
| 2021 | CHA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | CLE | 2B | 89 | 89 | 110 | 176 | 7 | 43 |
| 2022 | WAS | 2B | 126 | 124 | 191 | 284 | 4 | 70 |
| 2022 | WAS | 3B | 9 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 | WAS | OF | 10 | 10 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1022 |
| Third Base | 33 |
| Shortstop | 22 |
| Left Field | 10 |
| Center Field | 22 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Gold Glove | 2B |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | PHI | NL | $525,000 |
| 2015 | PHI | NL | $510,000 |
| 2014 | PHI | NL | $500,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,535,000 | ||