Miguel Sano
Born: 5/11/1993 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2015-07-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 272 lbs
Full name: Miguel Angel Sano
Biography
Miguel Sano is a professional baseball player born in 1993, who plays in the Major Leagues since making his debut on July 2, 2015. Sano is recognized for his power-hitting ability as a position player, showcasing his talent primarily with the Minnesota Twins. Over the course of his active career, he appears in 722 games, accumulating 602 hits, 164 home runs, and 424 RBIs. His batting average stands at .233, while he adds a modest five stolen bases to his offensive contributions.
Sano's career is marked by his inclusion as an All-Star, reflecting his status among the elite players in the league. He also earned accolades such as Rookie of the Month, underscoring the early promise he displayed upon entering the league. Known for his formidable presence at the plate, Sano continues to be a significant figure in the game, navigating the challenges of the modern baseball landscape and contributing to his team's efforts with his powerful swing and run-producing capabilities. As he progresses in his career, Sano remains a player to watch in the ever-evolving dynamics of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 722 | 2585 | 395 | 602 | 126 | 6 | 164 | 424 | 5 | 342 | 1078 | 0.233 | 0.325 | 0.477 | 0.801 | 4499.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | MIN | AL | 80 | 279 | 46 | 75 | 17 | 1 | 18 | 52 | 1 | 53 | 119 | 0.269 | 1506.4 |
| 2016 | MIN | AL | 116 | 437 | 57 | 103 | 22 | 1 | 25 | 66 | 1 | 54 | 178 | 0.236 | 474.3 |
| 2017 | MIN | AL | 114 | 424 | 75 | 112 | 15 | 2 | 28 | 77 | 0 | 54 | 173 | 0.264 | 1286.0 |
| 2018 | MIN | AL | 71 | 266 | 32 | 53 | 14 | 0 | 13 | 41 | 0 | 31 | 115 | 0.199 | -358.8 |
| 2019 | MIN | AL | 105 | 380 | 76 | 94 | 19 | 2 | 34 | 79 | 0 | 55 | 159 | 0.247 | 1631.0 |
| 2020 | MIN | AL | 53 | 186 | 31 | 38 | 12 | 0 | 13 | 25 | 0 | 18 | 90 | 0.204 | 12.9 |
| 2021 | MIN | AL | 135 | 470 | 68 | 105 | 24 | 0 | 30 | 75 | 2 | 59 | 183 | 0.223 | 620.5 |
| 2022 | MIN | AL | 20 | 60 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 25 | 0.083 | -489.5 |
| 2024 | LAA | AL | 28 | 83 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 9 | 36 | 0.205 | -182.9 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | LAA | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 0.105 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ALWC3 | MIN | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.143 |
| 2019 | ALDS2 | MIN | 3 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0.083 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 225 | 212 | 1574 | 78 | 25 | 151 |
| 3B | 303 | 285 | 209 | 536 | 50 | 43 |
| OF | 38 | 37 | 75 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | MIN | 1B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | MIN | 3B | 9 | 9 | 8 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | MIN | 3B | 42 | 42 | 35 | 94 | 15 | 10 |
| 2016 | MIN | OF | 38 | 37 | 75 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2017 | MIN | 1B | 9 | 8 | 68 | 4 | 2 | 7 |
| 2017 | MIN | 3B | 82 | 79 | 64 | 138 | 7 | 12 |
| 2018 | MIN | 1B | 11 | 10 | 78 | 8 | 2 | 5 |
| 2018 | MIN | 3B | 56 | 53 | 41 | 100 | 8 | 5 |
| 2019 | MIN | 1B | 9 | 8 | 40 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 2019 | MIN | 3B | 91 | 86 | 52 | 161 | 17 | 14 |
| 2020 | MIN | 1B | 52 | 52 | 355 | 13 | 4 | 30 |
| 2021 | MIN | 1B | 118 | 114 | 878 | 43 | 13 | 94 |
| 2021 | MIN | 3B | 9 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 | MIN | 1B | 19 | 17 | 131 | 5 | 2 | 9 |
| 2024 | LAA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | LAA | 1B | 5 | 3 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | LAA | 3B | 14 | 13 | 6 | 22 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| First Base | 225 |
| Third Base | 303 |
| Right Field | 38 |
| Designated Hitter | 166 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-04-29 |
| 2015 | Rookie of the Month | August |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | MIN | AL | $547,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $547,500 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 20.0 | 150 | 0 |