Buster Posey
Born: 3/27/1987 in Leesburg, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 2009-09-11 | Final Game: 2021-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 213 lbs
Full name: Gerald Dempsey Posey
Biography
Buster Posey, born in 1987, was a distinguished professional baseball player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball (MLB) during his career from 2009 to 2021. As a primary position player, Posey played a total of 1,371 games, where he showcased his exceptional skills as a catcher and hitter. He concluded his career with 1,500 hits, 158 home runs, 729 RBIs, and an impressive batting average of .302. In addition to his offensive prowess, Posey demonstrated versatility on the base paths, recording 23 stolen bases throughout his career.
Posey's contributions to the game extended beyond just his statistics. He was recognized for his outstanding performance early in his career, earning accolades such as MLB Players Choice Outstanding Rookie, Rookie of the Month, Rookie of the Year, and This Year in Baseball Rookie of the Year. His talent and leadership on the field were further acknowledged by his seven All-Star selections, highlighting his status as one of the premier players of his era. Buster Posey's career coincided with a time of significant change in the game, and he left an indelible mark on the San Francisco Giants franchise, helping lead the team to three World Series championships in 2010, 2012, and 2014. His legacy in baseball is characterized by a combination of skill, sportsmanship, and a winning mentality, solidifying his place in the annals of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1371 | 4970 | 663 | 1500 | 293 | 9 | 158 | 729 | 23 | 540 | 721 | 0.302 | 0.372 | 0.460 | 0.831 | 15495.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | SFG | NL | 7 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | SFG | NL | 108 | 406 | 58 | 124 | 23 | 2 | 18 | 67 | 0 | 30 | 55 | 0.305 | 1366.2 |
| 2011 | SFG | NL | 45 | 162 | 17 | 46 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 3 | 18 | 30 | 0.284 | 224.8 |
| 2012 | SFG | NL | 148 | 530 | 78 | 178 | 39 | 1 | 24 | 103 | 1 | 69 | 96 | 0.336 | 3587.7 |
| 2013 | SFG | NL | 148 | 520 | 61 | 153 | 34 | 1 | 15 | 72 | 2 | 60 | 70 | 0.294 | 1707.2 |
| 2014 | SFG | NL | 147 | 547 | 72 | 170 | 28 | 2 | 22 | 89 | 0 | 47 | 69 | 0.311 | 2319.3 |
| 2015 | SFG | NL | 150 | 557 | 74 | 177 | 28 | 0 | 19 | 95 | 2 | 56 | 52 | 0.318 | 2129.7 |
| 2016 | SFG | NL | 146 | 539 | 82 | 155 | 33 | 2 | 14 | 80 | 6 | 64 | 68 | 0.288 | 954.4 |
| 2017 | SFG | NL | 140 | 494 | 62 | 158 | 34 | 0 | 12 | 67 | 6 | 61 | 66 | 0.320 | 1758.7 |
| 2018 | SFG | NL | 105 | 398 | 47 | 113 | 22 | 1 | 5 | 41 | 3 | 45 | 53 | 0.284 | 292.1 |
| 2019 | SFG | NL | 114 | 405 | 43 | 104 | 24 | 0 | 7 | 38 | 0 | 34 | 71 | 0.257 | -682.2 |
| 2021 | SFG | NL | 113 | 395 | 68 | 120 | 23 | 0 | 18 | 56 | 0 | 56 | 87 | 0.304 | 1837.7 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58 | 226 | 18 | 57 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 25 | 23 | 47 | 0.252 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | NLDS2 | SFN | 5 | 20 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0.300 |
| 2016 | NLWC | SFN | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2016 | NLDS1 | SFN | 4 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0.333 |
| 2014 | NLCS | SFN | 5 | 20 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0.200 |
| 2014 | NLDS1 | SFN | 4 | 18 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.389 |
| 2014 | WS | SFN | 7 | 26 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0.154 |
| 2014 | NLWC | SFN | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.400 |
| 2012 | NLCS | SFN | 7 | 26 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 0.154 |
| 2012 | WS | SFN | 4 | 15 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0.267 |
| 2012 | NLDS2 | SFN | 5 | 19 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 0.211 |
| 2010 | NLCS | SFN | 6 | 23 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 0.217 |
| 2010 | WS | SFN | 5 | 20 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.300 |
| 2010 | NLDS2 | SFN | 4 | 16 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.375 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 229 | 201 | 1560 | 114 | 9 | 136 |
| C | 1093 | 1063 | 8359 | 540 | 44 | 51 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | SFN | C | 7 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | SFN | C | 76 | 75 | 615 | 41 | 6 | 4 |
| 2010 | SFN | 1B | 30 | 30 | 196 | 17 | 1 | 14 |
| 2011 | SFN | C | 41 | 41 | 333 | 24 | 2 | 4 |
| 2011 | SFN | 1B | 2 | 2 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 | SFN | C | 114 | 111 | 855 | 69 | 8 | 9 |
| 2012 | SFN | 1B | 29 | 29 | 204 | 6 | 2 | 13 |
| 2013 | SFN | C | 121 | 119 | 907 | 53 | 7 | 5 |
| 2013 | SFN | 1B | 21 | 16 | 137 | 6 | 2 | 11 |
| 2014 | SFN | C | 111 | 109 | 787 | 51 | 5 | 8 |
| 2014 | SFN | 1B | 35 | 30 | 246 | 22 | 1 | 20 |
| 2015 | SFN | C | 106 | 103 | 771 | 67 | 2 | 4 |
| 2015 | SFN | 1B | 42 | 37 | 334 | 19 | 0 | 35 |
| 2016 | SFN | C | 123 | 122 | 1003 | 65 | 3 | 8 |
| 2016 | SFN | 1B | 15 | 11 | 95 | 8 | 1 | 11 |
| 2017 | SFN | C | 99 | 96 | 724 | 52 | 4 | 2 |
| 2017 | SFN | 1B | 38 | 30 | 223 | 25 | 2 | 19 |
| 2018 | SFN | C | 88 | 85 | 677 | 37 | 2 | 3 |
| 2018 | SFN | 1B | 13 | 13 | 87 | 8 | 0 | 9 |
| 2019 | SFN | C | 101 | 96 | 771 | 46 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 | SFN | 1B | 4 | 3 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 | SFN | C | 106 | 102 | 884 | 31 | 3 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1093 |
| First Base | 229 |
| Designated Hitter | 31 |
Awards & Honors
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | SFN | NL | $20,777,778 |
| 2015 | SFN | NL | $16,500,000 |
| 2014 | SFN | NL | $12,500,000 |
| 2013 | SFN | NL | $8,000,000 |
| 2012 | SFN | NL | $615,000 |
| 2011 | SFN | NL | $575,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $58,967,778 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida State University | Tallahassee | FL | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 21th | 1.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2016 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 14th | 11.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2015 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 9th | 84.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2014 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 6th | 152.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2013 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 20th | 3.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2012 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 1st | 422.0 | 448 | 20 |
| 2010 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 11th | 40.0 | 448 | 0 |
| 2010 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 1st | 129.0 | 160 | 20 |