John Hicks
Born: 8/31/1989 in Richmond, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 2015-08-29 | Final Game: 2021-07-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: John Austin Hicks
Biography
John Hicks, born in 1989, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2015 until his retirement in 2021. Primarily serving as a position player, Hicks played a total of 264 games in his career. He recorded 199 hits, showcasing his ability to make contact at the plate, and hit 32 home runs while driving in 97 runs, contributing to his teams' offensive efforts. His batting average settled at .236, and he also demonstrated a modest capacity for base running with 4 stolen bases.
Hicks played during a time when the game was increasingly focused on power hitting and offensive production, which influenced his playing style. His versatility allowed him to fill various roles on his teams, contributing to both his clubs' immediate success and their long-term development. Despite not being a household name, Hicks carved out a niche as a reliable player during his tenure, leaving a lasting impression on the teams he played for and the fans who followed his career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 264 | 845 | 97 | 199 | 42 | 1 | 32 | 97 | 4 | 49 | 270 | 0.236 | 0.279 | 0.401 | 0.680 | -1264.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | SEA | AL | 17 | 32 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 0.062 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | DET | AL | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | DET | AL | 60 | 173 | 25 | 46 | 12 | 0 | 6 | 22 | 2 | 13 | 51 | 0.266 | 58.1 |
| 2018 | DET | AL | 81 | 288 | 35 | 75 | 12 | 1 | 9 | 32 | 0 | 22 | 84 | 0.260 | -106.1 |
| 2019 | DET | AL | 95 | 319 | 29 | 67 | 15 | 0 | 13 | 35 | 1 | 13 | 109 | 0.210 | -1216.8 |
| 2021 | TEX | AL | 10 | 31 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.258 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 115 | 101 | 781 | 55 | 9 | 92 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 121 | 103 | 854 | 73 | 6 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | SEA | C | 14 | 10 | 72 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 | SEA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | DET | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | DET | C | 18 | 12 | 119 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| 2017 | DET | 1B | 26 | 19 | 164 | 12 | 2 | 20 |
| 2018 | DET | C | 21 | 20 | 142 | 13 | 2 | 3 |
| 2018 | DET | 1B | 59 | 56 | 402 | 33 | 6 | 48 |
| 2019 | DET | C | 60 | 55 | 476 | 37 | 0 | 3 |
| 2019 | DET | 1B | 29 | 26 | 212 | 9 | 1 | 24 |
| 2021 | TEX | C | 8 | 6 | 45 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 121 |
| First Base | 115 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 19 |