Kyle Higashioka
Active Player
Born: 4/20/1990 in Huntington Beach, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2017-04-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 202 lbs
Full name: Kyle Harris Higashioka
Biography
Kyle Higashioka is an active professional baseball player, born in 1990, who has made a name for himself as a position player since his debut on April 10, 2017. Known for his defensive skills behind the plate, Higashioka has become a reliable catcher in Major League Baseball, particularly with the New York Yankees. Throughout his career, he has appeared in 398 games, accumulating 234 hits, 57 home runs, and 166 RBIs. His career batting average stands at .212, and he has also recorded 2 stolen bases, showcasing his versatility on the field.
Higashioka's journey reflects the evolving dynamics of the modern game, where catchers are increasingly valued not only for their defensive prowess but also for their offensive contributions. As a key figure on the Yankees roster, he continues to impact the game with his ability to handle a pitching staff and contribute in critical situations. Despite facing challenges at the plate, Higashioka's resilience and work ethic exemplify the spirit of professional baseball, and he remains an important player to watch as he navigates the current era of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 492 | 1407 | 156 | 307 | 62 | 2 | 68 | 213 | 5 | 86 | 390 | 0.218 | 0.263 | 0.410 | 0.673 | -1653.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | NYY | AL | 9 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | NYY | AL | 29 | 72 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 16 | 0.167 | -282.6 |
| 2019 | NYY | AL | 18 | 56 | 8 | 12 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 0.214 | -144.9 |
| 2020 | NYY | AL | 16 | 48 | 7 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | NYY | AL | 67 | 193 | 20 | 35 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 29 | 0 | 17 | 59 | 0.181 | -506.0 |
| 2022 | NYY | AL | 83 | 229 | 27 | 52 | 7 | 0 | 10 | 31 | 0 | 12 | 52 | 0.227 | -394.6 |
| 2023 | NYY | AL | 92 | 242 | 24 | 57 | 13 | 0 | 10 | 34 | 0 | 14 | 74 | 0.236 | -383.0 |
| 2024 | SDP | NL | 84 | 246 | 29 | 54 | 10 | 1 | 17 | 45 | 2 | 15 | 74 | 0.220 | 58.0 |
| 2025 | TEX | AL | 94 | 303 | 33 | 73 | 14 | 1 | 11 | 47 | 3 | 20 | 72 | 0.241 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 45 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 0.222 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | NLDS2 | SDN | 5 | 14 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0.214 |
| 2024 | NLWC2 | SDN | 2 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0.400 |
| 2022 | ALDS1 | NYA | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2022 | ALCS | NYA | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 |
| 2021 | ALWC | NYA | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2020 | ALDS1 | NYA | 4 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0.308 |
| 2020 | ALWC2 | NYA | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 388 | 330 | 3144 | 104 | 29 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | NYA | C | 8 | 5 | 55 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | NYA | C | 27 | 20 | 225 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 | NYA | C | 18 | 14 | 146 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2020 | NYA | C | 14 | 13 | 108 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 | NYA | C | 66 | 58 | 609 | 18 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 | NYA | C | 82 | 72 | 669 | 21 | 5 | 2 |
| 2023 | NYA | C | 90 | 71 | 663 | 14 | 9 | 1 |
| 2024 | SDN | C | 83 | 77 | 669 | 20 | 9 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 388 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |