Felix Hernandez, baseball player, 2005-2019

Felix Hernandez

Born: 4/8/1986 in Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela

MLB Debut: 2005-08-04 | Final Game: 2019-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: Felix Abraham Graham Hernandez

Biography

Felix Hernandez, born in 1986, was a dominant pitcher in Major League Baseball whose career spanned from 2005 to 2019. Known affectionately as "King Felix," he played the majority of his career with the Seattle Mariners, where he became a central figure in the team's history. Hernandez compiled a career record of 169-136, with an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 3.42. Over his career, he tallied 2,524 strikeouts, showcasing his exceptional ability to overpower hitters and solidifying his status as one of the premier pitchers of his era. Hernandez's accolades include a Cy Young Award and six All-Star selections, highlighting his consistent excellence on the mound. He became renowned for his exceptional command and a devastating array of pitches, which allowed him to excel during a period marked by offensive prowess across the league. His signature performance came in 2012 when he threw a perfect game against the Tampa Bay Rays, etching his name in baseball lore. Felix Hernandez's legacy endures as a symbol of talent and perseverance, making significant contributions to the Mariners and leaving an indelible mark on the game of baseball.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
169 136 419 418 25 11 0 2729.7 2487 1037 264 805 2524 3.42 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
419 50 3 4 1 0 1 7 0 2 22 0.080 0.115 0.160 0.275 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 419 418 188 321 19 28

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 419

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 SEA AL $25,857,143
2015 SEA AL $24,857,000
2014 SEA AL $22,857,000
2013 SEA AL $20,557,143
2012 SEA AL $19,700,000
2011 SEA AL $11,700,000
2010 SEA AL $7,200,000
2009 SEA AL $3,800,000
2008 SEA AL $540,000
2007 SEA AL $420,000
2006 SEA AL $340,000
Total Career Earnings $137,828,286

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2015 Cy Young Award AL 7th 9.0 210 0
2014 Cy Young Award AL 2nd 159.0 210 13
2014 Most Valuable Player AL 10th 48.0 420 0
2013 Cy Young Award AL 8th 6.0 210 0
2013 Most Valuable Player AL 22th 1.0 420 0
2012 Cy Young Award AL 4th 41.0 196 0
2012 Most Valuable Player AL 22th 2.0 392 0
2010 Cy Young Award AL 1st 167.0 196 21
2010 Most Valuable Player AL 16th 6.0 392 0
2009 Cy Young Award AL 2nd 80.0 140 2
2009 Most Valuable Player AL 26th 1.0 392 0