Matt Olson
Active Player
Born: 3/29/1994 in Atlanta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 2016-09-12
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Matthew Kent Olson
Biography
Matt Olson is a professional baseball player born in 1994, known for his powerful presence at the plate and defensive prowess at first base. He begins his career in 2016 and quickly establishes himself as a key contributor in Major League Baseball. As of now, Olson has played in 1,061 games, accumulating 985 hits, 259 home runs, and 713 RBIs, with a batting average of .254. His ability to drive in runs and hit for power has made him a significant player in the league, earning him two All-Star selections during his career.
Olson's playing style is characterized by a strong left-handed swing and keen plate discipline, which allows him to excel in high-pressure situations. He is also noted for his defensive capabilities, showcasing excellent fielding skills that complement his offensive output. As he continues to make his mark in the league, Olson represents a blend of traditional power hitting with modern approaches to the game, contributing to the evolving landscape of baseball in the 21st century. His ongoing career marks him as a player to watch as he seeks to build upon his already impressive achievements.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1223 | 4496 | 712 | 1155 | 250 | 7 | 288 | 808 | 9 | 613 | 1238 | 0.257 | 0.351 | 0.508 | 0.859 | 14814.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | OAK | AL | 11 | 21 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 0.095 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | OAK | AL | 59 | 189 | 33 | 49 | 2 | 0 | 24 | 45 | 0 | 22 | 60 | 0.259 | 1155.9 |
| 2018 | OAK | AL | 162 | 580 | 85 | 143 | 33 | 0 | 29 | 84 | 2 | 70 | 163 | 0.247 | 1095.6 |
| 2019 | OAK | AL | 127 | 483 | 73 | 129 | 26 | 0 | 36 | 91 | 0 | 51 | 138 | 0.267 | 1842.6 |
| 2020 | OAK | AL | 60 | 210 | 28 | 41 | 4 | 1 | 14 | 42 | 1 | 34 | 77 | 0.195 | -0.9 |
| 2021 | OAK | AL | 156 | 565 | 101 | 153 | 35 | 0 | 39 | 111 | 4 | 88 | 113 | 0.271 | 3036.4 |
| 2022 | ATL | NL | 162 | 616 | 86 | 148 | 44 | 0 | 34 | 103 | 0 | 75 | 170 | 0.240 | 1639.1 |
| 2023 | ATL | NL | 162 | 608 | 127 | 172 | 27 | 3 | 54 | 139 | 1 | 104 | 167 | 0.283 | 4660.7 |
| 2024 | ATL | NL | 162 | 600 | 78 | 148 | 37 | 1 | 29 | 98 | 0 | 71 | 170 | 0.247 | 1384.9 |
| 2025 | ATL | NL | 162 | 624 | 98 | 170 | 41 | 2 | 29 | 95 | 1 | 91 | 176 | 0.272 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 64 | 9 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 17 | 0.203 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | NLWC2 | ATL | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.125 |
| 2023 | NLDS1 | ATL | 4 | 16 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 |
| 2022 | NLDS1 | ATL | 4 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 0.333 |
| 2020 | ALDS2 | OAK | 4 | 14 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0.214 |
| 2020 | ALWC4 | OAK | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 0.000 |
| 2019 | ALWC | OAK | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.333 |
| 2018 | ALWC | OAK | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1034 | 1013 | 8013 | 626 | 46 | 734 |
| OF | 17 | 14 | 28 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | OAK | 1B | 4 | 2 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | OAK | OF | 5 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | OAK | 1B | 43 | 38 | 352 | 29 | 2 | 41 |
| 2017 | OAK | OF | 12 | 10 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | OAK | 1B | 162 | 152 | 1403 | 84 | 7 | 115 |
| 2019 | OAK | 1B | 127 | 125 | 1023 | 90 | 8 | 95 |
| 2020 | OAK | 1B | 60 | 59 | 393 | 48 | 1 | 30 |
| 2021 | OAK | 1B | 152 | 152 | 1156 | 73 | 6 | 98 |
| 2022 | ATL | 1B | 162 | 161 | 1209 | 101 | 8 | 104 |
| 2023 | ATL | 1B | 162 | 162 | 1194 | 96 | 8 | 124 |
| 2024 | ATL | 1B | 162 | 162 | 1259 | 105 | 6 | 125 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1034 |
| Right Field | 17 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | 1B |
| 2023 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | 1B |
| 2023 | Player of the Week | Week of 2023-08-12 |
| 2023 | Player of the Week | Week of 2023-09-09 |
| 2023 | Silver Slugger | 1B |
| 2022 | Player of the Week | Week of 2022-10-04 |
| 2019 | Gold Glove | 1B |
| 2019 | TSN All-Star | 1B |
| 2018 | Gold Glove | 1B |
| 2018 | TSN All-Star | 1B |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 4th | 223.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2021 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 8th | 90.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2019 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 21th | 1.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2017 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 4th | 5.0 | 150 | 0 |