Kyle Schwarber
Born: 3/5/1993 in Middletown, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 2015-06-16
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 229 lbs
Full name: Kyle Joseph Schwarber
Biography
Kyle Schwarber is an American professional baseball player, born in 1993, who currently plays as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB). Since making his debut on June 16, 2015, Schwarber has established himself as a powerful hitter and a key contributor on the field. He is known for his formidable presence at the plate, where he has accumulated 905 hits and launched 284 home runs across 1,129 games. His ability to drive in runs is evident with 652 RBIs, showcasing his impact on the game. Despite a batting average of .230, Schwarber's power-hitting is complemented by his fleetness on the bases, as he has successfully stolen 27 bases throughout his career.
Schwarber is a two-time All-Star, a testament to his skill and influence in a highly competitive era of baseball characterized by a focus on power hitting and offensive production. His career continues to evolve as he plays a pivotal role in his team's lineup, often in high-stakes situations. As baseball embraces a new generation of talent, Schwarber's blend of power and versatility solidifies his status as a prominent player in the league, making significant contributions to the ongoing narrative of modern baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1129 | 3940 | 689 | 905 | 152 | 12 | 284 | 652 | 27 | 656 | 1330 | 0.230 | 0.343 | 0.491 | 0.834 | 12218.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | CHC | NL | 69 | 232 | 52 | 57 | 6 | 1 | 16 | 43 | 3 | 36 | 77 | 0.246 | 788.7 |
| 2016 | CHC | NL | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | CHC | NL | 129 | 422 | 67 | 89 | 16 | 1 | 30 | 59 | 1 | 59 | 150 | 0.211 | 388.2 |
| 2018 | CHC | NL | 137 | 428 | 64 | 102 | 14 | 3 | 26 | 61 | 4 | 78 | 140 | 0.238 | 1306.2 |
| 2019 | CHC | NL | 155 | 529 | 82 | 132 | 29 | 3 | 38 | 92 | 2 | 70 | 156 | 0.250 | 1629.8 |
| 2020 | CHC | NL | 59 | 191 | 30 | 36 | 6 | 0 | 11 | 24 | 1 | 30 | 66 | 0.188 | -139.1 |
| 2021 | BOS | AL | 41 | 134 | 34 | 39 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 18 | 0 | 33 | 39 | 0.291 | 880.0 |
| 2021 | WAS | NL | 72 | 265 | 42 | 67 | 9 | 0 | 25 | 53 | 1 | 31 | 88 | 0.253 | 880.0 |
| 2022 | PHI | NL | 155 | 577 | 100 | 126 | 21 | 3 | 46 | 94 | 10 | 86 | 200 | 0.218 | 1987.8 |
| 2023 | PHI | NL | 160 | 585 | 108 | 115 | 19 | 1 | 47 | 104 | 0 | 126 | 215 | 0.197 | 1654.2 |
| 2024 | PHI | NL | 150 | 573 | 110 | 142 | 22 | 0 | 38 | 104 | 5 | 106 | 197 | 0.248 | 2545.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 | 228 | 42 | 54 | 6 | 0 | 21 | 34 | 44 | 71 | 0.237 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | NLDS1 | PHI | 4 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 0.125 |
| 2023 | NLCS | PHI | 7 | 22 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 7 | 0.364 |
| 2023 | NLDS1 | PHI | 4 | 17 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.118 |
| 2023 | NLWC2 | PHI | 2 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0.250 |
| 2022 | NLDS1 | PHI | 4 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.077 |
| 2022 | NLCS | PHI | 5 | 15 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 0.400 |
| 2022 | NLWC2 | PHI | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 |
| 2022 | WS | PHI | 6 | 20 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 0.250 |
| 2021 | ALDS2 | BOS | 4 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0.312 |
| 2021 | ALWC | BOS | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.333 |
| 2021 | ALCS | BOS | 6 | 25 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0.120 |
| 2020 | NLWC3 | CHN | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2018 | NLWC | CHN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2017 | NLDS2 | CHN | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.200 |
| 2017 | NLCS | CHN | 4 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.167 |
| 2016 | WS | CHN | 5 | 17 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0.412 |
| 2015 | NLWC | CHN | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 |
| 2015 | NLDS1 | CHN | 4 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0.500 |
| 2015 | NLCS | CHN | 4 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0.143 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 11 | 9 | 65 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| C | 26 | 15 | 120 | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| OF | 797 | 773 | 1153 | 38 | 22 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | CHN | C | 21 | 15 | 110 | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| 2015 | CHN | OF | 43 | 38 | 45 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | CHN | OF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | CHN | C | 4 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | CHN | OF | 110 | 101 | 141 | 7 | 5 | 1 |
| 2018 | CHN | OF | 120 | 115 | 174 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | CHN | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | CHN | OF | 140 | 137 | 214 | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| 2020 | CHN | OF | 48 | 48 | 70 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | BOS | 1B | 10 | 9 | 65 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| 2021 | BOS | OF | 15 | 14 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 | WAS | OF | 72 | 72 | 127 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 | PHI | OF | 139 | 138 | 182 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | PHI | OF | 103 | 103 | 166 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 2024 | PHI | OF | 5 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 26 |
| First Base | 11 |
| Left Field | 795 |
| Right Field | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 261 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Player of the Week | Week of 2024-09-07 |
| 2022 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | OF |
| 2022 | All-MLB Team - Second Team | OF |
| 2022 | Player of the Month | June |
| 2022 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2021 | Player of the Month | June |
| 2021 | Player of the Week | Week of 2021-06-19 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | CHN | NL | $522,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $522,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 15th | 15.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2023 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 19th | 2.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2022 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 16th | 2.0 | 420 | 0 |