Zach McKinstry
Active Player
Born: 4/29/1995 in Toledo, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 2020-09-16
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Zachary McKinstry
Biography
Zach McKinstry, born in 1995, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility on the field. Since making his MLB debut on September 16, 2020, he has played in 387 games, showcasing his skills as a position player. McKinstry's offensive contributions include 240 hits, 25 home runs, and 101 RBIs, all while maintaining a batting average of .220. Additionally, he has demonstrated speed on the bases, tallying 40 stolen bases throughout his career.
McKinstry is recognized for his adaptability, capable of playing multiple positions which adds depth to his team's roster. As he continues to develop in the league, he remains an essential part of his team's strategy, contributing both offensively and defensively. His journey through the MLB reflects the evolution of modern baseball, where versatility and agility are increasingly valued, making him a player to watch in the ongoing season.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 12.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 18.00 | 0.0 |
| 2024 | DET | AL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 531 | 1544 | 201 | 357 | 74 | 23 | 37 | 150 | 59 | 140 | 398 | 0.231 | 0.300 | 0.381 | 0.680 | -2449.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | LAD | NL | 4 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 2021 | LAD | NL | 60 | 158 | 19 | 34 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 29 | 1 | 10 | 50 | 0.215 | -290.3 |
| 2022 | CHC | NL | 47 | 155 | 17 | 32 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 12 | 7 | 13 | 48 | 0.206 | -295.9 |
| 2022 | LAD | NL | 10 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.091 | -295.9 |
| 2023 | DET | AL | 148 | 464 | 60 | 107 | 21 | 4 | 9 | 35 | 16 | 44 | 113 | 0.231 | -1035.0 |
| 2024 | DET | AL | 118 | 297 | 32 | 64 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 23 | 16 | 24 | 69 | 0.215 | -828.3 |
| 2025 | DET | AL | 144 | 452 | 68 | 117 | 23 | 11 | 12 | 49 | 19 | 46 | 111 | 0.259 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.429 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ALDS1 | DET | 3 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.500 |
| 2024 | ALWC1 | DET | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 107 | 73 | 116 | 189 | 8 | 33 |
| 3B | 124 | 69 | 41 | 135 | 12 | 13 |
| OF | 133 | 74 | 144 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 81 | 59 | 67 | 138 | 6 | 29 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | LAN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | LAN | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | LAN | 2B | 20 | 10 | 17 | 29 | 5 | 7 |
| 2021 | LAN | 3B | 12 | 6 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | LAN | OF | 36 | 23 | 31 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | CHN | 2B | 19 | 18 | 30 | 49 | 0 | 8 |
| 2022 | CHN | 3B | 21 | 16 | 12 | 33 | 3 | 4 |
| 2022 | CHN | SS | 9 | 6 | 8 | 13 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | LAN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | LAN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | LAN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | LAN | OF | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | DET | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | DET | 2B | 47 | 34 | 52 | 87 | 3 | 15 |
| 2023 | DET | 3B | 52 | 29 | 16 | 59 | 5 | 6 |
| 2023 | DET | SS | 23 | 17 | 25 | 32 | 1 | 5 |
| 2023 | DET | OF | 62 | 35 | 77 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | DET | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | DET | 2B | 18 | 11 | 16 | 23 | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | DET | 3B | 38 | 18 | 8 | 27 | 4 | 2 |
| 2024 | DET | SS | 48 | 36 | 33 | 91 | 5 | 19 |
| 2024 | DET | OF | 30 | 14 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 4 |
| Second Base | 107 |
| Third Base | 124 |
| Shortstop | 81 |
| Left Field | 55 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 77 |
| Designated Hitter | 9 |