Marcus Semien, baseball player, 253 home runs, 2013

Marcus Semien

Active Player

Born: 9/17/1990 in San Francisco, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2013-09-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Marcus Andrew Semien

Biography

Marcus Semien, born in 1990, is a professional baseball player currently active in Major League Baseball (MLB). Since beginning his career in 2013, Semien has established himself as a versatile position player, known for his power-hitting capabilities and strong defensive skills. Over the course of 1,502 games, he accumulates 1,505 hits, 238 home runs, and 739 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and contribute significantly to his team's offensive efforts. With a batting average of .255 and 128 stolen bases, he demonstrates a blend of speed and power that makes him a threat on the field. Semien's career includes three All-Star selections, highlighting his status among the elite players in the league. He plays a pivotal role in the modern era of baseball, where offensive production and versatility are highly valued. His performance has made him a key figure in the teams he has represented, and he continues to impact the game with his consistent play and leadership. As he progresses through his career, Marcus Semien remains a player to watch, embodying the competitive spirit and athleticism of today's MLB.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1629 6365 968 1613 323 36 253 801 139 631 1305 0.253 0.321 0.435 0.756 5529.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
23 99 18 29 3 1 4 14 10 16 0.293

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2023 ALCS TEX 4 17 3 5 0 0 0 0 3 2 0.294
2023 ALDS1 TEX 3 14 2 3 1 0 0 1 1 3 0.214
2023 ALWC1 TEX 2 9 2 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 0.111
2023 WS TEX 5 24 4 7 0 1 2 8 0 6 0.292
2020 ALDS2 OAK 4 15 4 8 0 0 1 2 3 0 0.533
2020 ALWC4 OAK 3 12 2 3 1 0 1 2 1 1 0.250
2019 ALWC OAK 1 5 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.200
2018 ALWC OAK 1 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.333

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 645 641 990 1577 32 384
3B 50 44 19 102 13 11
SS 813 794 1064 2271 107 447

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 645
Third Base 50
Shortstop 813
Designated Hitter 3

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 OAK AL $512,500
2015 OAK AL $510,000
2014 CHA AL $500,000
2013 CHA AL $493,000
Total Career Earnings $2,015,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of California - Berkeley Berkeley CA 2009, 2010, 2011

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2023 Most Valuable Player AL 3rd 216.0 420 0
2021 Most Valuable Player AL 3rd 232.0 420 0
2019 Most Valuable Player AL 3rd 228.0 420 0