Adam Lind
Born: 7/17/1983 in Muncie, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 2006-09-02 | Final Game: 2017-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Adam Alan Lind
Biography
Adam Lind was a professional baseball player born in 1983, who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 2006 to 2017. Primarily known for his role as a position player, Lind played a total of 1,344 games throughout his career, showcasing a consistent offensive presence. He recorded 1,247 hits, which included 200 home runs and 723 runs batted in, while maintaining a career batting average of .272. Additionally, he displayed speed on the bases, contributing 7 stolen bases to his overall statistics.
Lind's career spanned a transformative era in baseball, marked by a shift towards more power-hitting and offensive strategies. He was particularly recognized for his ability to drive in runs and contribute to his team's scoring efforts, making him a valuable asset in the lineup. Throughout his time in the league, he played for several teams, most notably the Toronto Blue Jays, where he established himself as a reliable hitter and a fan favorite. His contributions to the game left a lasting legacy, and he remains a notable figure in the history of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1344 | 4577 | 588 | 1247 | 259 | 12 | 200 | 723 | 7 | 393 | 945 | 0.272 | 0.330 | 0.465 | 0.795 | 7209.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | TOR | AL | 18 | 60 | 8 | 22 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 0.367 | 328.8 |
| 2007 | TOR | AL | 89 | 290 | 34 | 69 | 14 | 0 | 11 | 46 | 1 | 16 | 65 | 0.238 | -665.4 |
| 2008 | TOR | AL | 88 | 326 | 48 | 92 | 16 | 4 | 9 | 40 | 2 | 16 | 59 | 0.282 | -65.0 |
| 2009 | TOR | AL | 151 | 587 | 93 | 179 | 46 | 0 | 35 | 114 | 1 | 58 | 110 | 0.305 | 2905.8 |
| 2010 | TOR | AL | 150 | 569 | 57 | 135 | 32 | 3 | 23 | 72 | 0 | 38 | 144 | 0.237 | -447.5 |
| 2011 | TOR | AL | 125 | 499 | 56 | 125 | 16 | 0 | 26 | 87 | 1 | 32 | 107 | 0.251 | 37.2 |
| 2012 | TOR | AL | 93 | 321 | 28 | 82 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 45 | 0 | 29 | 61 | 0.255 | 8.5 |
| 2013 | TOR | AL | 143 | 465 | 67 | 134 | 26 | 1 | 23 | 67 | 1 | 51 | 103 | 0.288 | 1813.3 |
| 2014 | TOR | AL | 96 | 290 | 38 | 93 | 24 | 2 | 6 | 40 | 0 | 28 | 48 | 0.321 | 1226.2 |
| 2015 | MIL | NL | 149 | 502 | 72 | 139 | 32 | 0 | 20 | 87 | 0 | 66 | 100 | 0.277 | 1534.2 |
| 2016 | SEA | AL | 126 | 401 | 48 | 96 | 17 | 0 | 20 | 58 | 0 | 26 | 89 | 0.239 | -321.8 |
| 2017 | WAS | NL | 116 | 267 | 39 | 81 | 14 | 0 | 14 | 59 | 1 | 28 | 47 | 0.303 | 855.6 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | NLDS2 | WAS | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 582 | 539 | 4558 | 339 | 33 | 480 |
| OF | 249 | 241 | 401 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | TOR | OF | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | TOR | OF | 80 | 72 | 137 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | TOR | OF | 71 | 71 | 113 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | TOR | OF | 55 | 55 | 80 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | TOR | 1B | 11 | 8 | 70 | 9 | 0 | 7 |
| 2010 | TOR | OF | 16 | 16 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | TOR | 1B | 109 | 109 | 952 | 64 | 4 | 88 |
| 2012 | TOR | 1B | 61 | 57 | 545 | 37 | 5 | 64 |
| 2013 | TOR | 1B | 76 | 71 | 579 | 51 | 7 | 56 |
| 2014 | TOR | 1B | 47 | 42 | 357 | 23 | 3 | 41 |
| 2015 | MIL | 1B | 138 | 134 | 1098 | 82 | 4 | 124 |
| 2016 | SEA | 1B | 101 | 88 | 731 | 50 | 5 | 75 |
| 2017 | WAS | 1B | 39 | 30 | 226 | 23 | 5 | 25 |
| 2017 | WAS | OF | 25 | 25 | 45 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 582 |
| Left Field | 249 |
| Designated Hitter | 418 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Outstanding DH Award | |
| 2009 | Player of the Week | Week of 2009-09-07 |
| 2009 | Silver Slugger | DH |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | SEA | AL | $8,000,000 |
| 2015 | MIL | NL | $7,500,000 |
| 2014 | TOR | AL | $7,000,000 |
| 2013 | TOR | AL | $5,150,000 |
| 2012 | TOR | AL | $5,150,000 |
| 2011 | TOR | AL | $5,150,000 |
| 2010 | TOR | AL | $550,000 |
| 2009 | TOR | AL | $411,800 |
| Total Career Earnings | $38,911,800 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Alabama | Mobile | AL | 2003, 2004 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 15th | 14.0 | 392 | 0 |