Will Middlebrooks
Born: 9/9/1988 in Greenville, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2012-05-02 | Final Game: 2017-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: William Scott Middlebrooks
Biography
Will Middlebrooks was a professional baseball player born in 1988, who had a career spanning from 2012 to 2017. Primarily playing as a position player, Middlebrooks made his mark in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by a focus on power hitting and evolving defensive strategies. He played a total of 347 games, where he recorded 262 hits and showcased his power with 43 home runs, accumulating 155 RBIs over his career. His batting average stood at .228, which reflected the challenges he faced at the plate, common among many players during this competitive period.
Middlebrooks was known for his strong defensive skills, particularly at third base, where he contributed significantly to his teams' infield dynamics. With 10 stolen bases to his name, he also displayed a degree of speed and athleticism that complemented his power-hitting profile. Despite the ups and downs of his batting performance, Middlebrooks left a lasting impression on the teams he played for, particularly the Boston Red Sox, where he debuted and became part of the team's efforts during the early 2010s. His journey through the majors highlights the challenges and triumphs of a player navigating the complexities of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 347 | 1150 | 119 | 262 | 51 | 4 | 43 | 155 | 10 | 64 | 325 | 0.228 | 0.272 | 0.391 | 0.663 | -1429.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | BOS | AL | 75 | 267 | 34 | 77 | 14 | 0 | 15 | 54 | 4 | 13 | 70 | 0.288 | 654.4 |
| 2013 | BOS | AL | 94 | 348 | 41 | 79 | 18 | 0 | 17 | 49 | 3 | 20 | 98 | 0.227 | -288.3 |
| 2014 | BOS | AL | 63 | 215 | 14 | 41 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 15 | 70 | 0.191 | -919.2 |
| 2015 | SDP | NL | 83 | 255 | 23 | 54 | 7 | 2 | 9 | 29 | 2 | 11 | 60 | 0.212 | -876.8 |
| 2016 | MIL | NL | 10 | 27 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | TEX | AL | 22 | 38 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 25 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 0.160 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | WS | BOS | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2013 | ALDS1 | BOS | 4 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0.231 |
| 2013 | ALCS | BOS | 5 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.100 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 5 | 3 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 322 | 290 | 191 | 525 | 32 | 52 |
| SS | 8 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | BOS | 3B | 72 | 69 | 32 | 134 | 9 | 13 |
| 2013 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | BOS | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | BOS | 3B | 92 | 90 | 53 | 155 | 10 | 12 |
| 2014 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | BOS | 3B | 62 | 57 | 38 | 99 | 4 | 9 |
| 2015 | SDN | 1B | 2 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | SDN | 3B | 69 | 60 | 53 | 93 | 7 | 13 |
| 2015 | SDN | SS | 8 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 3 |
| 2016 | MIL | 3B | 8 | 8 | 6 | 19 | 0 | 3 |
| 2017 | TEX | 1B | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 | TEX | 3B | 19 | 6 | 9 | 25 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 5 |
| Second Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 322 |
| Shortstop | 8 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Player of the Week | Week of 2013-09-08 |
| 2012 | Player of the Week | Week of 2012-06-24 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | SDN | NL | $540,500 |
| 2014 | BOS | AL | $540,000 |
| 2013 | BOS | AL | $498,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,578,500 | ||