Eric Hosmer, baseball player, 198 home runs, 2011-2023

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1622
Right Field 5
Designated Hitter 35

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