Denard Span
Born: 2/27/1984 in Tampa, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2008-04-06 | Final Game: 2018-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Keiunta Denard Span
Biography
Denard Span was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 2008 to 2018. Born in 1984, he enjoyed a successful career spanning over a decade, during which he appeared in 1,359 games. Known for his speed and versatility, Span accumulated 1,498 hits, 71 home runs, and 490 RBIs, finishing his career with a commendable batting average of .281. Additionally, he showcased his base-running prowess by stealing 185 bases, making him a significant threat on the basepaths.
Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, Span played for several teams, most notably the Minnesota Twins, Washington Nationals, and San Francisco Giants. He was recognized for his exceptional defensive skills in the outfield and his ability to get on base, contributing to his teams' offensive strategies. As a player in the post-steroid era, Span's career was marked by a focus on athleticism and fundamental baseball, emphasizing the importance of speed and contact hitting. His contributions to the game, both at the plate and in the field, solidified his place in baseball history as a reliable and impactful player.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1359 | 5326 | 773 | 1498 | 265 | 72 | 71 | 490 | 185 | 515 | 716 | 0.281 | 0.347 | 0.398 | 0.745 | 2871.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | MIN | AL | 93 | 347 | 70 | 102 | 16 | 7 | 6 | 47 | 18 | 50 | 60 | 0.294 | 763.8 |
| 2009 | MIN | AL | 145 | 578 | 97 | 180 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 68 | 23 | 70 | 89 | 0.311 | 1173.3 |
| 2010 | MIN | AL | 153 | 629 | 85 | 166 | 24 | 10 | 3 | 58 | 26 | 60 | 74 | 0.264 | -774.8 |
| 2011 | MIN | AL | 70 | 284 | 37 | 75 | 11 | 5 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 27 | 36 | 0.264 | -197.6 |
| 2012 | MIN | AL | 128 | 516 | 71 | 146 | 38 | 4 | 4 | 41 | 17 | 47 | 62 | 0.283 | 232.8 |
| 2013 | WAS | NL | 153 | 610 | 75 | 170 | 28 | 11 | 4 | 47 | 20 | 42 | 77 | 0.279 | -146.8 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | 147 | 610 | 94 | 184 | 39 | 8 | 5 | 37 | 31 | 50 | 65 | 0.302 | 1232.0 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | 61 | 246 | 38 | 74 | 17 | 0 | 5 | 22 | 11 | 25 | 26 | 0.301 | 498.7 |
| 2016 | SFG | NL | 143 | 572 | 70 | 152 | 23 | 5 | 11 | 53 | 12 | 53 | 79 | 0.266 | -323.7 |
| 2017 | SFG | NL | 129 | 497 | 73 | 135 | 31 | 5 | 12 | 43 | 12 | 40 | 69 | 0.272 | 46.1 |
| 2018 | SEA | AL | 94 | 294 | 36 | 80 | 15 | 6 | 7 | 30 | 3 | 23 | 55 | 0.272 | 206.8 |
| 2018 | TBR | AL | 43 | 143 | 27 | 34 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 28 | 6 | 28 | 24 | 0.238 | 206.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 66 | 4 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 0.258 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NLWC | SFN | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 |
| 2016 | NLDS1 | SFN | 3 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.267 |
| 2014 | NLDS1 | WAS | 4 | 19 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.105 |
| 2010 | ALDS2 | MIN | 3 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.308 |
| 2009 | ALDS1 | MIN | 3 | 15 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.400 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1324 | 1275 | 3198 | 46 | 30 | 19 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | MIN | OF | 92 | 90 | 226 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| 2009 | MIN | OF | 145 | 143 | 350 | 6 | 5 | 2 |
| 2010 | MIN | OF | 153 | 151 | 407 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| 2011 | MIN | OF | 67 | 67 | 206 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | MIN | OF | 125 | 122 | 339 | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| 2013 | WAS | OF | 153 | 145 | 379 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | WAS | OF | 147 | 144 | 377 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| 2015 | WAS | OF | 61 | 61 | 149 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 | SFN | OF | 137 | 132 | 286 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | SFN | OF | 123 | 116 | 276 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | SEA | OF | 87 | 75 | 144 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2018 | TBA | OF | 34 | 29 | 59 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 194 |
| Center Field | 1070 |
| Right Field | 124 |
| Designated Hitter | 13 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | SFN | NL | $5,000,000 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | $9,000,000 |
| 2014 | WAS | NL | $6,500,000 |
| 2013 | WAS | NL | $4,750,000 |
| 2012 | MIN | AL | $3,000,000 |
| 2011 | MIN | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2010 | MIN | AL | $750,000 |
| 2009 | MIN | AL | $435,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $30,435,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 19th | 8.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2008 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 6th | 3.0 | 140 | 0 |