Gavin Lux
Active Player
Born: 11/23/1997 in Kenosha, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 2019-09-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Gavin Thomas Lux
Biography
Gavin Lux, born in 1997, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility and offensive contributions as a position player. Since making his Major League debut in 2019, Lux has become an integral part of the Los Angeles Dodgers, showcasing his skills in a competitive era characterized by advanced analytics and a focus on power hitting. He has played in 412 games, amassing 336 hits with a batting average of .252. Lux's offensive toolkit includes 28 home runs and 155 RBIs, while also demonstrating speed on the bases with 19 stolen bases.
Lux's playing style is marked by a keen eye for pitches and the ability to adapt to various positions, making him a valuable asset for the Dodgers. As he continues his career, he embodies the modern player's shift towards a balance of power and speed, contributing to his team's success in the highly competitive National League. His ongoing development and impact on the game position him as a player to watch in the coming seasons as he aims to further enhance his contributions and solidify his legacy within the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 552 | 1779 | 243 | 456 | 90 | 16 | 33 | 208 | 20 | 201 | 445 | 0.256 | 0.332 | 0.381 | 0.713 | -120.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | LAD | NL | 23 | 75 | 12 | 18 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 24 | 0.240 | -94.1 |
| 2020 | LAD | NL | 19 | 63 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 19 | 0.175 | -215.5 |
| 2021 | LAD | NL | 102 | 335 | 49 | 81 | 12 | 4 | 7 | 46 | 4 | 41 | 83 | 0.242 | -240.7 |
| 2022 | LAD | NL | 129 | 421 | 66 | 116 | 20 | 7 | 6 | 42 | 7 | 47 | 95 | 0.276 | 491.0 |
| 2024 | LAD | NL | 139 | 439 | 59 | 110 | 24 | 2 | 10 | 50 | 5 | 44 | 110 | 0.251 | -61.4 |
| 2025 | CIN | NL | 140 | 446 | 49 | 120 | 28 | 2 | 5 | 53 | 1 | 56 | 114 | 0.269 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 71 | 7 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 21 | 0.197 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | NLDS2 | LAN | 5 | 18 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0.278 |
| 2024 | NLCS | LAN | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2024 | WS | LAN | 4 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0.100 |
| 2022 | NLDS2 | LAN | 4 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0.231 |
| 2021 | NLCS | LAN | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2021 | NLDS2 | LAN | 5 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.333 |
| 2021 | NLWC | LAN | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2020 | NLDS1 | LAN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2019 | NLDS1 | LAN | 4 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0.222 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 307 | 270 | 407 | 577 | 24 | 140 |
| 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 45 | 40 | 46 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| SS | 69 | 50 | 70 | 140 | 7 | 21 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | LAN | 2B | 22 | 19 | 27 | 38 | 2 | 9 |
| 2020 | LAN | 2B | 18 | 15 | 22 | 46 | 3 | 11 |
| 2021 | LAN | 2B | 27 | 26 | 31 | 48 | 1 | 7 |
| 2021 | LAN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | LAN | SS | 59 | 50 | 67 | 129 | 7 | 18 |
| 2021 | LAN | OF | 17 | 16 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | LAN | 2B | 102 | 93 | 148 | 180 | 9 | 45 |
| 2022 | LAN | SS | 9 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | LAN | OF | 28 | 24 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | LAN | 2B | 138 | 117 | 179 | 265 | 9 | 68 |
| 2024 | LAN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 307 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 69 |
| Left Field | 39 |
| Center Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Player of the Week | Week of 2024-07-20 |