Donovan Solano, baseball player, 2012

Donovan Solano

Born: 12/17/1987 in Barranquilla, Atlantico, Colombia

MLB Debut: 2012-05-21

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 210 lbs

Biography

Donovan Solano, born in 1987, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility and consistent performance in Major League Baseball. Since his debut in 2012, Solano has carved out a niche as a reliable position player, participating in 916 games and accumulating 764 hits. His career batting average stands at an impressive .279, reflecting his ability to contribute effectively at the plate. Over his career, he has launched 40 home runs and driven in 279 runs, showcasing his capability to produce in clutch situations. Additionally, he has recorded 15 stolen bases, demonstrating a blend of speed and agility that complements his offensive skills. Solano's journey through the league highlights his adaptability and work ethic, traits that have allowed him to maintain relevance in an era characterized by high strikeout rates and power-hitting. His strong contact skills and ability to handle various infield positions make him a valuable asset to any team. As he continues his career, Solano remains a significant figure in the game, contributing to the evolving landscape of modern baseball while also serving as an example of perseverance and dedication for aspiring players.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
916 2735 279 764 140 9 40 279 15 191 569 0.279 0.335 0.381 0.716 -112.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
13 27 1 2 0 0 0 1 3 7 0.074

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2024 NLDS2 SDN 3 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.000
2024 NLWC2 SDN 2 7 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.143
2023 ALDS2 MIN 1 3 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.333
2023 ALWC2 MIN 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0.000
2021 NLDS2 SFN 5 8 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 137 107 790 53 4 79
2B 445 378 686 1060 28 234
3B 100 77 47 138 10 14
OF 10 8 13 0 0 0
SS 42 26 35 88 3 18

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 137
Second Base 445
Third Base 100
Shortstop 42
Left Field 10
Designated Hitter 70

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2020 Silver Slugger 2B
2020 TSN All-Star 2B

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2015 MIA NL $531,500
2014 MIA NL $511,500
2013 MIA NL $491,500
Total Career Earnings $1,534,500