Anthony Rendon
Active Player
Born: 6/6/1990 in Richmond, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-04-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Anthony Michael Rendon
Biography
Anthony Rendon is an accomplished professional baseball player born in 1990, who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut on April 21, 2013. Currently an active player, Rendon has established himself as a reliable position player, known for his offensive prowess and defensive capabilities. Over the course of his career, he has appeared in 1,173 games, recording 1,218 hits, 158 home runs, and 671 RBIs, all while maintaining a batting average of .280. His ability to contribute consistently at the plate is complemented by his speed on the bases, as he has successfully stolen 55 bases.
Rendon’s skills have not gone unnoticed, earning him a selection to the All-Star Game, which highlights his status among the elite players in the league. As a product of a competitive era in baseball, he continues to navigate the challenges of modern play while showcasing a blend of power and contact hitting. His contributions to his teams have been instrumental, particularly during crucial playoff runs, solidifying his place in the annals of the game as a player who excels under pressure and delivers when it counts. As he remains active in the league, Rendon is poised to further enhance his legacy and influence in baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1173 | 4350 | 683 | 1218 | 295 | 16 | 158 | 671 | 55 | 547 | 779 | 0.280 | 0.364 | 0.464 | 0.829 | 12897.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | WAS | NL | 98 | 351 | 40 | 93 | 23 | 1 | 7 | 35 | 1 | 31 | 69 | 0.265 | 100.5 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | 153 | 613 | 111 | 176 | 39 | 6 | 21 | 83 | 17 | 58 | 104 | 0.287 | 2113.7 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | 80 | 311 | 43 | 82 | 16 | 0 | 5 | 25 | 1 | 36 | 70 | 0.264 | -6.0 |
| 2016 | WAS | NL | 156 | 567 | 91 | 153 | 38 | 2 | 20 | 85 | 12 | 65 | 117 | 0.270 | 980.1 |
| 2017 | WAS | NL | 147 | 508 | 81 | 153 | 41 | 1 | 25 | 100 | 7 | 84 | 82 | 0.301 | 2887.4 |
| 2018 | WAS | NL | 136 | 529 | 88 | 163 | 44 | 2 | 24 | 92 | 2 | 55 | 82 | 0.308 | 2584.1 |
| 2019 | WAS | NL | 146 | 545 | 117 | 174 | 44 | 3 | 34 | 126 | 5 | 80 | 86 | 0.319 | 4000.1 |
| 2020 | LAA | AL | 52 | 189 | 29 | 54 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 31 | 0 | 38 | 31 | 0.286 | 975.0 |
| 2021 | LAA | AL | 58 | 217 | 24 | 52 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 34 | 0 | 29 | 41 | 0.240 | -47.2 |
| 2022 | LAA | AL | 47 | 166 | 15 | 38 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 24 | 2 | 23 | 35 | 0.229 | 34.2 |
| 2023 | LAA | AL | 43 | 148 | 23 | 35 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 2 | 25 | 27 | 0.236 | -94.3 |
| 2024 | LAA | AL | 57 | 206 | 21 | 45 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 6 | 23 | 35 | 0.218 | -630.5 |
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 | 0.282 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | WS | WAS | 7 | 29 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 0.276 |
| 2019 | NLDS1 | WAS | 5 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 0.412 |
| 2019 | NLCS | WAS | 4 | 12 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 0.417 |
| 2019 | NLWC | WAS | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | NLDS2 | WAS | 5 | 17 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0.176 |
| 2016 | NLDS2 | WAS | 5 | 20 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0.150 |
| 2014 | NLDS1 | WAS | 4 | 19 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.368 |
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
| 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 | 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 | This Year in Baseball Best Performance | Esurance |
| 2017 | TSN All-Star | 3B |
| 2016 | Comeback Player of the Year | |
| 2014 | Silver Slugger | 3B |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | WAS | NL | $2,800,000 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | $2,500,000 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | $1,800,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $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 |