Adley Rutschman
Active Player
Born: 2/6/1998 in Portland, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 2022-05-21
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Adley Stan Rutschman
Biography
Adley Rutschman, born in 1998, is an active Major League Baseball player who has made a significant impact since his debut on May 21, 2022. As a position player, Rutschman showcases a well-rounded skill set, combining offensive prowess with defensive reliability. Over the course of his career, he has appeared in 415 games, accumulating 407 hits, 52 home runs, and 201 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .261. His speed on the bases is evident with 6 stolen bases, adding another dimension to his game.
Rutschman has quickly established himself as a key player in the league, earning All-Star selections in both of his active seasons so far. His presence in the lineup reflects the new wave of talent emerging in baseball, characterized by a blend of power and athleticism. As he continues to develop, Rutschman is poised to become a cornerstone of the Baltimore Orioles and is already seen as a leader in the clubhouse, contributing to both the team's success and the evolution of the game in the modern era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 505 | 1879 | 259 | 478 | 103 | 5 | 61 | 230 | 6 | 255 | 347 | 0.254 | 0.344 | 0.412 | 0.755 | 2735.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | BAL | AL | 113 | 398 | 70 | 101 | 35 | 1 | 13 | 42 | 4 | 65 | 86 | 0.254 | 1212.7 |
| 2023 | BAL | AL | 154 | 588 | 84 | 163 | 31 | 1 | 20 | 80 | 1 | 92 | 101 | 0.277 | 1537.3 |
| 2024 | BAL | AL | 148 | 571 | 68 | 143 | 21 | 1 | 19 | 79 | 1 | 58 | 103 | 0.250 | -15.0 |
| 2025 | BAL | AL | 90 | 322 | 37 | 71 | 16 | 2 | 9 | 29 | 0 | 40 | 57 | 0.220 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.100 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ALWC2 | BAL | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.125 |
| 2023 | ALDS1 | BAL | 3 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.083 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 306 | 287 | 2476 | 117 | 18 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | BAL | C | 93 | 84 | 670 | 35 | 8 | 3 |
| 2023 | BAL | C | 110 | 104 | 932 | 45 | 6 | 5 |
| 2024 | BAL | C | 103 | 99 | 874 | 37 | 4 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 306 |
| Designated Hitter | 114 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | All-MLB Team - First Team | C |
| 2023 | All-MLB Team - First Team | C |
| 2023 | Silver Slugger | C |
| 2023 | TSN All-Star | C |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 9th | 50.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2022 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 12th | 14.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2022 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 2nd | 68.0 | 150 | 1 |