Eric Hosmer
Born: 10/24/1989 in South Miami, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2011-05-06 | Final Game: 2023-05-16
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 226 lbs
Full name: Eric John Hosmer
Biography
Eric Hosmer, born in 1989, was a distinguished Major League Baseball player whose career spanned from 2011 to 2023. Known for his strong defensive skills and consistent bat, Hosmer played primarily as a first baseman. Over the course of 1,689 games, he amassed 1,753 hits, 198 home runs, and 893 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .276. His ability to contribute both offensively and defensively made him a valuable asset to his teams, and he was known for his leadership qualities both on and off the field.
Hosmer's career was marked by significant achievements, including being named an All-Star and winning the All-Star Game MVP, which underscored his impact during his peak years. He also showcased his speed on the bases, recording 76 stolen bases throughout his career. Hosmer's tenure in Major League Baseball coincided with an era of offensive power, and he successfully adapted his game to meet the challenges posed by an evolving sport. His contributions to the game and the teams he played for, including the Kansas City Royals, where he began his career, solidified his legacy as a respected figure in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1689 | 6349 | 812 | 1753 | 322 | 20 | 198 | 893 | 76 | 562 | 1235 | 0.276 | 0.335 | 0.427 | 0.762 | 6276.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | KCR | AL | 128 | 523 | 66 | 153 | 27 | 3 | 19 | 78 | 11 | 34 | 82 | 0.293 | 1000.5 |
| 2012 | KCR | AL | 152 | 535 | 65 | 124 | 22 | 2 | 14 | 60 | 16 | 56 | 95 | 0.232 | -885.3 |
| 2013 | KCR | AL | 159 | 623 | 86 | 188 | 34 | 3 | 17 | 79 | 11 | 51 | 100 | 0.302 | 1544.4 |
| 2014 | KCR | AL | 131 | 503 | 54 | 136 | 35 | 1 | 9 | 58 | 4 | 35 | 93 | 0.270 | 142.4 |
| 2015 | KCR | AL | 158 | 599 | 98 | 178 | 33 | 5 | 18 | 93 | 7 | 61 | 108 | 0.297 | 1818.0 |
| 2016 | KCR | AL | 158 | 605 | 80 | 161 | 24 | 1 | 25 | 104 | 5 | 57 | 132 | 0.266 | 403.8 |
| 2017 | KCR | AL | 162 | 603 | 98 | 192 | 31 | 1 | 25 | 94 | 6 | 66 | 104 | 0.318 | 2410.6 |
| 2018 | SDP | NL | 157 | 613 | 72 | 155 | 31 | 2 | 18 | 69 | 7 | 62 | 142 | 0.253 | -71.4 |
| 2019 | SDP | NL | 160 | 619 | 72 | 164 | 29 | 2 | 22 | 99 | 0 | 40 | 163 | 0.265 | -473.1 |
| 2020 | SDP | NL | 38 | 143 | 23 | 41 | 6 | 0 | 9 | 36 | 4 | 9 | 28 | 0.287 | 335.2 |
| 2021 | SDP | NL | 151 | 509 | 53 | 137 | 28 | 0 | 12 | 65 | 5 | 48 | 99 | 0.269 | 148.2 |
| 2022 | BOS | AL | 14 | 45 | 6 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.244 | -63.2 |
| 2022 | SDP | NL | 90 | 335 | 32 | 91 | 16 | 0 | 8 | 40 | 0 | 33 | 55 | 0.272 | -63.2 |
| 2023 | CHC | NL | 31 | 94 | 7 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 6 | 25 | 0.234 | -268.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 148 | 21 | 38 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 33 | 13 | 38 | 0.257 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | NLWC2 | SDN | 3 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0.167 |
| 2020 | NLDS1 | SDN | 3 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.154 |
| 2015 | WS | KCA | 5 | 21 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 7 | 0.190 |
| 2015 | ALCS | KCA | 6 | 24 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 0.250 |
| 2015 | ALDS1 | KCA | 5 | 21 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0.190 |
| 2014 | WS | KCA | 7 | 28 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 0.250 |
| 2014 | ALCS | KCA | 4 | 15 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0.400 |
| 2014 | ALDS1 | KCA | 3 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 0.400 |
| 2014 | ALWC | KCA | 1 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0.750 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1622 | 1597 | 12554 | 1058 | 84 | 1196 |
| OF | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | KCA | 1B | 127 | 127 | 1096 | 78 | 8 | 101 |
| 2012 | KCA | 1B | 148 | 142 | 1183 | 103 | 9 | 132 |
| 2012 | KCA | OF | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | KCA | 1B | 158 | 153 | 1205 | 122 | 8 | 118 |
| 2013 | KCA | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | KCA | 1B | 130 | 126 | 1043 | 88 | 10 | 85 |
| 2015 | KCA | 1B | 154 | 152 | 1261 | 101 | 4 | 121 |
| 2015 | KCA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | KCA | 1B | 154 | 154 | 1240 | 74 | 6 | 118 |
| 2017 | KCA | 1B | 157 | 156 | 1235 | 75 | 4 | 124 |
| 2018 | SDN | 1B | 157 | 155 | 1231 | 106 | 4 | 113 |
| 2019 | SDN | 1B | 157 | 155 | 1128 | 106 | 14 | 82 |
| 2020 | SDN | 1B | 32 | 32 | 215 | 19 | 2 | 24 |
| 2021 | SDN | 1B | 131 | 129 | 909 | 92 | 7 | 97 |
| 2022 | BOS | 1B | 14 | 14 | 81 | 8 | 1 | 8 |
| 2022 | SDN | 1B | 88 | 87 | 609 | 69 | 5 | 59 |
| 2023 | CHN | 1B | 15 | 15 | 118 | 17 | 2 | 14 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1622 |
| Right Field | 5 |
| Designated Hitter | 35 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Player of the Week | Week of 2021-04-03 |
| 2017 | Gold Glove | 1B |
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-09-09 |
| 2017 | Silver Slugger | 1B |
| 2017 | TSN All-Star | 1B |
| 2016 | All-Star Game MVP | |
| 2015 | Gold Glove | 1B |
| 2015 | This Year in Baseball Best Moment | Esurance |
| 2014 | Gold Glove | 1B |
| 2013 | Gold Glove | 1B |
| 2011 | Rookie of the Month | September |
| 2011 | Rookie of the Month | July |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | KCA | AL | $8,250,000 |
| 2015 | KCA | AL | $5,650,000 |
| 2014 | KCA | AL | $3,600,000 |
| 2013 | KCA | AL | $528,250 |
| 2012 | KCA | AL | $502,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $18,530,750 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 14th | 16.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2015 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 24th | 2.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2011 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 38.0 | 140 | 4 |