Anthony Rendon
Third Baseman · Career Stats, Bio & Records (2013-2024)
Anthony Rendon was a third baseman who played in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2024 for the Washington Nationals and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, a span of 12 seasons. In 1,173 career games, he hit .280 with 1,218 hits, 158 home runs, and 671 RBI. Anthony Rendon was an All-Star and a 2-time Silver Slugger. His career PIV — Baseball Data Hub's era-adjusted measure of offensive impact — is 12,970.
- AVG (Batting Average):
- Hits divided by at bats. .300 is the traditional mark of an excellent hitter.
- HR (Home Runs):
- Hits on which the batter circled the bases and scored, almost always by clearing the outfield fence.
- RBI (Runs Batted In):
- Runs that scored as a direct result of a batter's plate appearance.
- OPS (On-Base Plus Slugging):
- On-base percentage plus slugging percentage, the quickest single summary of offensive value. .900 or better is star-level.
Data updated
- Position
- Third Baseman
- Bats / Throws
- R / R
- Height / Weight
- 6'1" / 200 lb
- MLB Debut
- 2013-04-21
- Awards
- All-Star · 2× Silver Slugger
Full name: Anthony Michael Rendon
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,173 | 4,350 | 683 | 1,218 | 295 | 16 | 158 | 671 | 55 | 547 | 779 | .280 | .364 | .464 | .829 | 12,970 |
Career AVG .280 vs. league average .250 across their career seasons — +12.2% above league average.
Career OBP .364 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — +14.6% above league average.
Career SLG .464 vs. league average .409 across their career seasons — +13.5% above league average.
Career OPS .829 vs. league average .727 across their career seasons — +14.0% above league average.
Season-by-Season Batting
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| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | Lg AVG | Lg OBP | Lg SLG | Lg OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | WAS | NL | 98 | 351 | 40 | 93 | 23 | 1 | 7 | 35 | 1 | 31 | 69 | .265 | .253 (+5%) | .317 (+4%) | .396 (avg) | .714 (+2%) | 100.5 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | 153 | 613 | 111 | 176 | 39 | 6 | 21 | 83 | 17 | 58 | 104 | .287 | .251 (+14%) | .313 (+12%) | .386 (+22%) | .700 (+18%) | 2113.7 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | 80 | 311 | 43 | 82 | 16 | 0 | 5 | 25 | 1 | 36 | 70 | .264 | .254 (+4%) | .316 (+8%) | .404 (-10%) | .721 (-2%) | -5.3 |
| 2016 | WAS | NL | 156 | 567 | 91 | 153 | 38 | 2 | 20 | 85 | 12 | 65 | 117 | .270 | .255 (+6%) | .321 (+8%) | .417 (+8%) | .738 (+8%) | 980.1 |
| 2017 | WAS | NL | 147 | 508 | 81 | 153 | 41 | 1 | 25 | 100 | 7 | 84 | 82 | .301 | .254 (+18%) | .324 (+24%) | .425 (+25%) | .750 (+25%) | 2887.4 |
| 2018 | WAS | NL | 136 | 529 | 88 | 163 | 44 | 2 | 24 | 92 | 2 | 55 | 82 | .308 | .247 (+24%) | .318 (+17%) | .409 (+31%) | .727 (+25%) | 2584.1 |
| 2019 | WAS | NL | 146 | 545 | 117 | 174 | 44 | 3 | 34 | 126 | 5 | 80 | 86 | .319 | .252 (+27%) | .322 (+28%) | .434 (+38%) | .757 (+33%) | 4000.1 |
| 2020 | LAA | AL | 52 | 189 | 29 | 54 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 31 | 0 | 38 | 31 | .286 | .244 (+17%) | .321 (+30%) | .417 (+19%) | .739 (+24%) | 975.0 |
| 2021 | LAA | AL | 58 | 217 | 24 | 52 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 34 | 0 | 29 | 41 | .240 | .243 (-2%) | .317 (+4%) | .410 (-7%) | .727 (-2%) | -42.6 |
| 2022 | LAA | AL | 47 | 166 | 15 | 38 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 24 | 2 | 23 | 35 | .229 | .242 (-6%) | .311 (+5%) | .394 (-4%) | .706 (avg) | 34.2 |
| 2023 | LAA | AL | 43 | 148 | 23 | 35 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 2 | 25 | 27 | .236 | .248 (-5%) | .320 (+13%) | .414 (-23%) | .734 (-8%) | -87.3 |
| 2024 | LAA | AL | 57 | 206 | 21 | 45 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 6 | 23 | 35 | .218 | .243 (-10%) | .312 (-2%) | .399 (-33%) | .711 (-19%) | -570.3 |
| Career · 12 seasons | 1,173 | 4,350 | 683 | 1,218 | 295 | 16 | 158 | 671 | 55 | 547 | 779 | .280 | — | — | — | — | 12,970 | ||
Lg columns show the league average for that season, with the player's figure as a percentage above or below it. Career totals the seasons listed above.
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 117 | 16 | 33 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 21 | 18 | 19 | .282 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | NLCS | WAS | 4 | 12 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 3 | .417 |
| 2019 | NLDS1 | WAS | 5 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 3 | .412 |
| 2019 | NLWC | WAS | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .000 |
| 2019 | WS | WAS | 7 | 29 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 3 | .276 |
| 2017 | NLDS2 | WAS | 5 | 17 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | .176 |
| 2016 | NLDS2 | WAS | 5 | 20 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 6 | .150 |
| 2014 | NLDS1 | WAS | 4 | 19 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | .368 |
Game Log & Splits
View full game log (1173 games) →Per-game data from Retrosheet (regular season, through 2025).
Batting — Home / Away
| Split | G | AB | R | H | HR | RBI | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | 594 | 2179 | 366 | 601 | 87 | 364 | .276 |
| Away | 579 | 2171 | 317 | 617 | 71 | 307 | .284 |
Last 10 Games — Batting
| Date | Tm | Opp | Res | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-07 | LAA | TEX | L | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024-09-06 | LAA | TEX | W | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024-09-04 | LAA | LAD | W | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024-09-03 | LAA | LAD | L | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024-09-01 | LAA | SEA | W | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024-08-31 | LAA | SEA | W | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024-08-30 | LAA | SEA | L | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024-08-29 | LAA | DET | W | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024-08-28 | LAA | DET | L | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024-08-27 | LAA | DET | L | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 170 | 165 | 305 | 402 | 13 | 93 |
| 3B | 1008 | 976 | 707 | 1666 | 76 | 186 |
| SS | 4 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | WAS | 2B | 82 | 81 | 147 | 213 | 9 | 50 |
| 2013 | WAS | 3B | 15 | 10 | 7 | 26 | 5 | 4 |
| 2013 | WAS | SS | 4 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 | WAS | 2B | 28 | 25 | 51 | 52 | 0 | 8 |
| 2014 | WAS | 3B | 134 | 126 | 106 | 235 | 15 | 30 |
| 2015 | WAS | 2B | 59 | 59 | 107 | 137 | 4 | 35 |
| 2015 | WAS | 3B | 28 | 19 | 10 | 36 | 0 | 4 |
| 2016 | WAS | 3B | 155 | 150 | 134 | 239 | 9 | 25 |
| 2017 | WAS | 3B | 145 | 143 | 83 | 244 | 7 | 28 |
| 2018 | WAS | 3B | 136 | 135 | 88 | 222 | 6 | 23 |
| 2019 | WAS | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | WAS | 3B | 146 | 146 | 95 | 249 | 11 | 31 |
| 2020 | LAA | 3B | 52 | 52 | 48 | 73 | 3 | 7 |
| 2021 | LAA | 3B | 57 | 57 | 31 | 114 | 1 | 12 |
| 2022 | LAA | 3B | 47 | 46 | 31 | 78 | 6 | 7 |
| 2023 | LAA | 3B | 43 | 43 | 39 | 63 | 8 | 6 |
| 2024 | LAA | 3B | 50 | 49 | 35 | 87 | 5 | 9 |
Career Games by Position
Circle size = games played at each position.
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 170 |
| Third Base | 1008 |
| Shortstop | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - First Team | 3B |
| 2019 | MLB Players Choice Outstanding Player | |
| 2019 | Player of the Week | Week of 2019-08-24 |
| 2019 | Silver Slugger | 3B |
| 2019 | TSN All-Star | 3B |
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-07-15 |
| 2017 | TSN All-Star | 3B |
| 2017 | This Year in Baseball Best Performance | Esurance |
| 2016 | Comeback Player of the Year | |
| 2014 | Silver Slugger | 3B |
Salary History
Anthony Rendon's recorded salaries total $7,100,000 over 3 seasons, 2014 to 2016. This total is partial: the salary data covers 1985 to 2016, and Rendon's career ran from 2013 to 2024. His seasons after 2016 are not included, and no salary is recorded for 2013.
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | WAS | NL | $2,800,000 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | $2,500,000 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | $1,800,000 |
| Total recorded salary (partial) | $7,100,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice University | Houston | TX | 2009, 2010, 2011 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 10th | 42.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2019 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 3rd | 242.0 | 420 | 1 |
| 2018 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 11th | 21.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2017 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 6th | 141.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2014 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 5th | 155.0 | 420 | 0 |
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Anthony Rendon: the record in brief
The bio dates Anthony Rendon's major league debut to April 21, 2013. By club, Rendon's seasons break down as the Washington Nationals (2013 to 2019) and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (2020 to 2024). Rendon played primarily as a third baseman and threw and hit right-handed. Born on June 6, 1990, in Richmond, TX, USA, Rendon was listed at 200 pounds on a 6-foot-1 frame. On the record, Anthony Rendon was born Anthony Michael Rendon.
Rendon's career batting table shows 1,173 games, 4,350 at bats and 1,218 hits, a .280 average, along with 158 home runs, 671 RBI, and 55 stolen bases. The on-base percentage is .364 and the slugging percentage .464, for an OPS of .829. The league as a whole hit .250 across Rendon's seasons, which puts the .280 career mark 12.2% above average. By OPS the gap is 14.0% above league average (.829 against .727). For power, 2019 stands out: 34 home runs with the Washington Nationals.
Frequently Asked Questions about Anthony Rendon
- What years did Anthony Rendon play?
- Anthony Rendon played in Major League Baseball from 2013 to 2024.
- Was Anthony Rendon a pitcher?
- No. Anthony Rendon was a position player (Third Baseman).
- How many home runs did Anthony Rendon hit?
- Anthony Rendon hit 158 career home runs with 1,218 hits.
- What teams did Anthony Rendon play for?
- Anthony Rendon played for 2 teams: the Washington Nationals (2013–2019) and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (2020–2024).
- Did Anthony Rendon win an MVP award?
- No. Anthony Rendon did not win the MVP award.
- What awards did Anthony Rendon win?
- Anthony Rendon won 2 Silver Slugger awards (2014 and 2019). He was selected to 1 All-Star Game.
- What were Anthony Rendon's career stats?
- In 1,173 games, Anthony Rendon had 1,218 hits, 158 home runs, 671 RBI, 683 runs, and 55 stolen bases, with a .280 batting average.
- How much did Anthony Rendon earn in his career?
- Anthony Rendon's recorded salaries total $7,100,000 over 3 seasons, 2014 to 2016. This total is partial: the salary data covers 1985 to 2016, and Rendon's career ran from 2013 to 2024. His seasons after 2016 are not included, and no salary is recorded for 2013.
- What was Anthony Rendon's salary?
- Anthony Rendon's last recorded salary was $2,800,000, in 2016. His highest recorded salary was $2,800,000, in 2016, and his lowest was $1,800,000, in 2014. The Salary History table lists each season from 2014 to 2016.
- What position did Anthony Rendon play?
- Anthony Rendon played primarily as a third baseman, the position where he appeared in the most games.
- How tall was Anthony Rendon and how much did he weigh?
- Anthony Rendon was listed at 6 feet 1 inch and 200 pounds.
- How many home runs did Anthony Rendon hit each season?
- Anthony Rendon's home runs by season: 7 in 2013, 21 in 2014, 5 in 2015, 20 in 2016, 25 in 2017, 24 in 2018, 34 in 2019, 9 in 2020, 6 in 2021, 5 in 2022, 2 in 2023, and 0 in 2024. His most in one season was 34, in 2019.
- What was Anthony Rendon's career batting average?
- Anthony Rendon batted .280 over his career, with 1,218 hits in 4,350 at bats.
- How many RBI did Anthony Rendon have?
- Anthony Rendon drove in 671 runs in his career.