AJ Pollock
Born: 12/5/1987 in Hebron, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 2012-04-18 | Final Game: 2022-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Allen Lorenz Pollock
Biography
A.J. Pollock was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2012 to 2022. Born in 1987, Pollock made his mark primarily as an outfielder and became known for his versatile playing style, combining speed and power throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. Over the course of 1,087 games, he recorded 1,032 hits, 145 home runs, and 485 runs batted in, finishing his career with a respectable batting average of .273. In addition to his offensive contributions, Pollock showcased his speed on the bases, amassing 122 stolen bases, which added an extra dimension to his game.
Pollock's career was highlighted by a selection to the All-Star Game, marking his recognition as one of the standout players during his era. His ability to impact games both offensively and defensively made him a valuable asset to multiple teams, including the Arizona Diamondbacks, where he spent a significant portion of his career. As a player who thrived in the post-steroid era, Pollock was part of a generation that emphasized athleticism and skill, making him a key figure in the evolution of the outfield position in modern baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1087 | 3787 | 575 | 1032 | 225 | 32 | 145 | 485 | 122 | 291 | 736 | 0.273 | 0.328 | 0.464 | 0.791 | 6007.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | AZ | NL | 31 | 81 | 8 | 20 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 0.247 | -40.3 |
| 2013 | AZ | NL | 137 | 443 | 64 | 119 | 28 | 5 | 8 | 38 | 12 | 33 | 82 | 0.269 | 146.5 |
| 2014 | AZ | NL | 75 | 265 | 41 | 80 | 19 | 6 | 7 | 24 | 14 | 19 | 46 | 0.302 | 942.2 |
| 2015 | AZ | NL | 157 | 609 | 111 | 192 | 39 | 6 | 20 | 76 | 39 | 53 | 89 | 0.315 | 2403.7 |
| 2016 | AZ | NL | 12 | 41 | 9 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 0.244 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | AZ | NL | 112 | 425 | 73 | 113 | 33 | 6 | 14 | 49 | 20 | 35 | 71 | 0.266 | 507.2 |
| 2018 | AZ | NL | 113 | 413 | 61 | 106 | 21 | 5 | 21 | 65 | 13 | 31 | 100 | 0.257 | 649.1 |
| 2019 | LAD | NL | 86 | 308 | 49 | 82 | 15 | 1 | 15 | 47 | 5 | 23 | 74 | 0.266 | 264.4 |
| 2020 | LAD | NL | 55 | 196 | 30 | 54 | 9 | 0 | 16 | 34 | 2 | 12 | 45 | 0.276 | 570.6 |
| 2021 | LAD | NL | 117 | 384 | 53 | 114 | 27 | 1 | 21 | 69 | 9 | 30 | 80 | 0.297 | 1622.8 |
| 2022 | CHW | AL | 138 | 489 | 61 | 120 | 26 | 1 | 14 | 56 | 3 | 32 | 98 | 0.245 | -446.4 |
| 2023 | SEA | AL | 49 | 127 | 15 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 9 | 30 | 0.173 | -612.9 |
| 2023 | SFG | NL | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | -612.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 103 | 15 | 23 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14 | 6 | 31 | 0.223 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | NLCS | LAN | 6 | 21 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0.381 |
| 2021 | NLWC | LAN | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2021 | NLDS2 | LAN | 4 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0.273 |
| 2020 | NLDS1 | LAN | 3 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.300 |
| 2020 | NLCS | LAN | 6 | 20 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.200 |
| 2020 | NLWC1 | LAN | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.200 |
| 2020 | WS | LAN | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.167 |
| 2019 | NLDS1 | LAN | 5 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | NLDS1 | ARI | 3 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.111 |
| 2017 | NLWC | ARI | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0.400 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 990 | 900 | 1916 | 45 | 16 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | ARI | OF | 25 | 19 | 58 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | ARI | OF | 118 | 102 | 246 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 | ARI | OF | 70 | 66 | 151 | 8 | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 | ARI | OF | 151 | 143 | 347 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 | ARI | OF | 12 | 11 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | ARI | OF | 109 | 99 | 213 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 | ARI | OF | 109 | 105 | 229 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 | LAN | OF | 80 | 76 | 116 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 | LAN | OF | 42 | 37 | 60 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | LAN | OF | 109 | 98 | 177 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | CHA | OF | 137 | 123 | 247 | 7 | 5 | 3 |
| 2023 | SEA | OF | 23 | 18 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | SFN | OF | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 297 |
| Center Field | 697 |
| Right Field | 21 |
| Designated Hitter | 41 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Player of the Week | Week of 2021-07-10 |
| 2021 | Player of the Week | Week of 2021-07-10 |
| 2018 | Player of the Month | April |
| 2018 | Player of the Week | Week of 2018-05-05 |
| 2015 | Gold Glove | CF |
| 2015 | Player of the Week | Week of 2015-08-23 |
| 2014 | Player of the Week | Week of 2014-06-01 |
| 2014 | Player of the Week | Week of 2014-05-18 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ARI | NL | $3,500,000 |
| 2015 | ARI | NL | $519,500 |
| 2014 | ARI | NL | $507,000 |
| 2013 | ARI | NL | $491,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,017,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | South Bend | IN | 2007, 2008, 2009 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 14th | 21.0 | 420 | 0 |