DJ LeMahieu
Born: 7/13/1988 in Visalia, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2011-05-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: David John LeMahieu
Biography
DJ LeMahieu is an accomplished professional baseball player born in 1988, who has made a significant mark in Major League Baseball since his debut in 2011. Currently active, LeMahieu plays as a position player and is known for his exceptional versatility, often contributing across multiple infield positions. Throughout his career, he has displayed a consistent batting prowess, boasting a career batting average of .289, with a total of 1,738 hits and 124 home runs across 1,628 games. His offensive capabilities are complemented by his solid base-running skills, as evidenced by his 93 stolen bases and 651 RBIs, making him a well-rounded asset to any lineup.
LeMahieu's contributions to the game have not gone unnoticed, as he is a three-time All-Star, demonstrating his status among the elite players in the league. He has gained recognition for his ability to adapt to various playing conditions and roles, showcasing a disciplined approach at the plate and a keen defensive aptitude. As he continues his career, DJ LeMahieu remains a vital figure in the landscape of modern baseball, influencing a new generation of players with his work ethic and commitment to excellence.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1628 | 6004 | 883 | 1738 | 275 | 39 | 124 | 651 | 93 | 561 | 1013 | 0.289 | 0.351 | 0.410 | 0.761 | 6279.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | CHC | NL | 37 | 60 | 3 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0.250 | -245.2 |
| 2012 | COL | NL | 81 | 229 | 26 | 68 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 22 | 1 | 13 | 42 | 0.297 | 62.9 |
| 2013 | COL | NL | 109 | 404 | 39 | 113 | 21 | 3 | 2 | 28 | 18 | 19 | 67 | 0.280 | -490.1 |
| 2014 | COL | NL | 149 | 494 | 59 | 132 | 15 | 5 | 5 | 42 | 10 | 33 | 97 | 0.267 | -491.3 |
| 2015 | COL | NL | 150 | 564 | 85 | 170 | 21 | 5 | 6 | 61 | 23 | 50 | 107 | 0.301 | 559.9 |
| 2016 | COL | NL | 146 | 552 | 104 | 192 | 32 | 8 | 11 | 66 | 11 | 66 | 80 | 0.348 | 2851.9 |
| 2017 | COL | NL | 155 | 609 | 95 | 189 | 28 | 4 | 8 | 64 | 6 | 59 | 90 | 0.310 | 764.6 |
| 2018 | COL | NL | 128 | 533 | 90 | 147 | 32 | 2 | 15 | 62 | 6 | 37 | 82 | 0.276 | 199.4 |
| 2019 | NYY | AL | 145 | 602 | 109 | 197 | 33 | 2 | 26 | 102 | 5 | 46 | 90 | 0.327 | 2263.1 |
| 2020 | NYY | AL | 50 | 195 | 41 | 71 | 10 | 2 | 10 | 27 | 3 | 18 | 21 | 0.364 | 1282.6 |
| 2021 | NYY | AL | 150 | 597 | 84 | 160 | 24 | 1 | 10 | 57 | 4 | 73 | 94 | 0.268 | -42.3 |
| 2022 | NYY | AL | 125 | 467 | 74 | 122 | 18 | 0 | 12 | 46 | 4 | 67 | 71 | 0.261 | 631.5 |
| 2023 | NYY | AL | 136 | 497 | 55 | 121 | 22 | 3 | 15 | 44 | 2 | 60 | 125 | 0.243 | -137.5 |
| 2024 | NYY | AL | 67 | 201 | 19 | 41 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 26 | 0 | 19 | 35 | 0.204 | -929.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 92 | 14 | 25 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 10 | 15 | 0.272 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ALDS1 | NYA | 5 | 22 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0.273 |
| 2020 | ALWC2 | NYA | 2 | 10 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.300 |
| 2019 | ALCS | NYA | 6 | 26 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0.346 |
| 2019 | ALDS2 | NYA | 3 | 14 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0.286 |
| 2018 | NLDS1 | COL | 3 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.222 |
| 2018 | NLWC | COL | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.167 |
| 2017 | NLWC | COL | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 239 | 165 | 1332 | 92 | 8 | 115 |
| 2B | 1137 | 1078 | 1929 | 3133 | 48 | 724 |
| 3B | 295 | 262 | 147 | 523 | 19 | 45 |
| SS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | CHN | 2B | 15 | 8 | 16 | 22 | 0 | 5 |
| 2011 | CHN | 3B | 11 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 5 |
| 2012 | COL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | COL | 2B | 67 | 60 | 105 | 204 | 2 | 33 |
| 2012 | COL | 3B | 9 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | COL | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | COL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | COL | 2B | 90 | 86 | 168 | 271 | 3 | 57 |
| 2013 | COL | 3B | 14 | 9 | 6 | 24 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | COL | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | COL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | COL | 2B | 144 | 135 | 257 | 413 | 6 | 99 |
| 2014 | COL | 3B | 7 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | COL | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | COL | 2B | 149 | 146 | 300 | 452 | 9 | 120 |
| 2016 | COL | 2B | 146 | 144 | 276 | 422 | 6 | 91 |
| 2017 | COL | 2B | 153 | 151 | 251 | 470 | 8 | 106 |
| 2018 | COL | 2B | 128 | 127 | 209 | 378 | 4 | 90 |
| 2019 | NYA | 1B | 40 | 28 | 215 | 19 | 2 | 24 |
| 2019 | NYA | 2B | 75 | 66 | 118 | 155 | 2 | 32 |
| 2019 | NYA | 3B | 52 | 47 | 18 | 87 | 4 | 7 |
| 2020 | NYA | 1B | 11 | 1 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | NYA | 2B | 37 | 34 | 51 | 82 | 4 | 19 |
| 2020 | NYA | 3B | 11 | 11 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 2 |
| 2021 | NYA | 1B | 55 | 33 | 286 | 13 | 1 | 21 |
| 2021 | NYA | 2B | 83 | 77 | 117 | 156 | 2 | 48 |
| 2021 | NYA | 3B | 39 | 36 | 18 | 62 | 6 | 6 |
| 2022 | NYA | 1B | 35 | 31 | 230 | 13 | 1 | 16 |
| 2022 | NYA | 2B | 41 | 35 | 53 | 91 | 2 | 21 |
| 2022 | NYA | 3B | 47 | 43 | 23 | 106 | 1 | 7 |
| 2023 | NYA | 1B | 56 | 50 | 381 | 32 | 2 | 36 |
| 2023 | NYA | 2B | 9 | 9 | 8 | 17 | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | NYA | 3B | 69 | 67 | 35 | 136 | 1 | 12 |
| 2024 | NYA | 1B | 38 | 21 | 185 | 15 | 2 | 16 |
| 2024 | NYA | 3B | 36 | 34 | 27 | 67 | 1 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 239 |
| Second Base | 1137 |
| Third Base | 295 |
| Shortstop | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 14 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Gold Glove | UT |
| 2020 | All-MLB Team - First Team | 2B |
| 2020 | All-MLB Team - First Team | 2B |
| 2020 | Player of the Week | Week of 2020-09-19 |
| 2020 | Silver Slugger | 2B |
| 2020 | TSN All-Star | 2B |
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - First Team | 2B |
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - First Team | 2B |
| 2019 | Player of the Month | June |
| 2019 | Player of the Week | Week of 2019-06-29 |
| 2019 | Silver Slugger | 2B |
| 2019 | TSN All-Star | 2B |
| 2018 | Gold Glove | 2B |
| 2017 | Gold Glove | 2B |
| 2014 | Gold Glove | 2B |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | COL | NL | $3,000,000 |
| 2015 | COL | NL | $517,500 |
| 2014 | COL | NL | $501,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,018,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University | Baton Rouge | LA | 2008, 2009 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 3rd | 230.0 | 420 | 1 |
| 2019 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 4th | 178.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2016 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 15th | 8.0 | 420 | 0 |