Tyler Naquin
Born: 4/24/1991 in Spring, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2016-04-05 | Final Game: 2022-10-05
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Tyler Wesley Naquin
Biography
Tyler Naquin, born in 1991, was an American professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2016 to 2022. He made his debut with the Cleveland Indians on April 5, 2016, and finished his career with the Cincinnati Reds on October 5, 2022. Over the course of his six-year career, Naquin appeared in 562 games, where he recorded 439 hits, 61 home runs, and 237 runs batted in (RBIs), maintaining a batting average of .263. He also showcased his speed on the basepaths, stealing 20 bases.
Naquin’s playing style was characterized by his ability to hit for power while also demonstrating solid contact skills. He was particularly noted for his performance in clutch situations, contributing significantly to his teams’ offensive efforts. Throughout his career, he earned recognition as a Rookie of the Month on two occasions, highlighting his impactful entry into the league. As a player who emerged during a competitive era of baseball, Naquin's contributions reflected a blend of traditional hitting skills and modern-day athleticism. His journey through the league underscored the evolving nature of the game and left an imprint in the hearts of fans and teammates alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 562 | 1668 | 226 | 439 | 97 | 12 | 61 | 237 | 20 | 117 | 475 | 0.263 | 0.316 | 0.445 | 0.762 | 1493.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CLE | AL | 116 | 321 | 52 | 95 | 18 | 5 | 14 | 43 | 6 | 36 | 112 | 0.296 | 1281.5 |
| 2017 | CLE | AL | 19 | 37 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.216 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | CLE | AL | 61 | 174 | 22 | 46 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 23 | 1 | 6 | 42 | 0.264 | -332.3 |
| 2019 | CLE | AL | 89 | 274 | 34 | 79 | 19 | 0 | 10 | 34 | 4 | 14 | 66 | 0.288 | 194.1 |
| 2020 | CLE | AL | 40 | 133 | 15 | 29 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 20 | 0 | 5 | 40 | 0.218 | -404.3 |
| 2021 | CIN | NL | 127 | 411 | 52 | 111 | 24 | 2 | 19 | 70 | 5 | 35 | 106 | 0.270 | 851.3 |
| 2022 | CIN | NL | 56 | 187 | 29 | 46 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 33 | 3 | 13 | 53 | 0.246 | 158.7 |
| 2022 | NYN | NL | 49 | 123 | 18 | 25 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 6 | 40 | 0.203 | 158.7 |
| 2023 | CHW | AL | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 31 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 18 | 0.161 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ALWC2 | CLE | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.125 |
| 2016 | WS | CLE | 5 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.143 |
| 2016 | ALDS2 | CLE | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 |
| 2016 | ALCS | CLE | 4 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.167 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 511 | 428 | 871 | 32 | 8 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CLE | OF | 109 | 92 | 183 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | CLE | OF | 17 | 9 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | CLE | OF | 60 | 47 | 123 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | CLE | OF | 80 | 74 | 165 | 11 | 0 | 3 |
| 2020 | CLE | OF | 39 | 32 | 66 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | CIN | OF | 120 | 106 | 188 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 | CIN | OF | 42 | 38 | 74 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | NYN | OF | 41 | 28 | 53 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | CHA | OF | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 58 |
| Center Field | 230 |
| Right Field | 248 |
| Designated Hitter | 20 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Player of the Week | Week of 2021-08-21 |
| 2016 | Rookie of the Month | June |
| 2016 | Rookie of the Month | July |
| 2016 | This Year in Baseball Best Play - Offense | Esurance |
| 2016 | This Year in Baseball Best Play - Offense | Esurance |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CLE | AL | $507,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $507,500 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 20.0 | 150 | 0 |