George Springer, baseball player, 293 home runs, 2014

George Springer

Active Player

Born: 9/19/1989 in New Britain, CT, USA

MLB Debut: 2014-04-16

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 220 lbs

Full name: George Chelston Springer

Biography

George Springer, born in 1989, is an active professional baseball player known for his dynamic presence as a position player. Since making his Major League Baseball debut on April 16, 2014, Springer has established himself as a key figure in the league, particularly with the Houston Astros. Over his career, he has played in 1,305 games, accumulating 1,326 hits and 261 home runs, showcasing his power-hitting ability. With a batting average of .262 and 712 RBIs, he continues to be an impactful force in the lineup, complemented by his speed on the base paths, as evidenced by 102 stolen bases. Springer's career is marked by significant accolades, including being named the World Series MVP, highlighting his performance on the sport's biggest stage. He is a four-time All-Star, demonstrating consistent excellence and recognition from fans and peers alike. As a cornerstone of the Astros' success during a transformative era for the franchise, Springer is integral to the team's identity, contributing both offensively and defensively. His blend of power, speed, and leadership continues to inspire the next generation of players and solidifies his legacy within the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1445 5555 982 1480 249 23 293 796 120 676 1315 0.266 0.353 0.478 0.831 12832.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
67 276 43 74 15 0 19 38 31 74 0.268

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2023 ALWC2 TOR 2 9 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.222
2022 ALWC2 TOR 2 7 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.286
2020 ALCS HOU 7 30 3 7 0 0 2 5 2 6 0.233
2020 ALDS2 HOU 4 18 4 7 1 0 2 4 0 7 0.389
2020 ALWC3 HOU 2 9 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.111
2019 ALDS1 HOU 5 21 1 3 0 0 0 0 1 5 0.143
2019 ALCS HOU 6 25 4 4 0 0 2 4 4 10 0.160
2019 WS HOU 7 27 6 8 4 0 2 4 7 5 0.296
2018 ALCS HOU 5 21 2 8 3 0 1 5 3 5 0.381
2018 ALDS2 HOU 3 14 4 6 0 0 3 3 0 2 0.429
2017 WS HOU 7 29 8 11 3 0 5 7 5 8 0.379
2017 ALCS HOU 7 26 1 3 0 0 0 0 4 7 0.115
2017 ALDS2 HOU 4 17 4 7 2 0 1 2 2 4 0.412
2015 ALWC HOU 1 4 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0.250
2015 ALDS1 HOU 5 19 5 4 1 0 1 3 3 10 0.211

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1127 1110 2220 58 21 15

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 1
Center Field 428
Right Field 818
Designated Hitter 166

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2021 Player of the Week Week of 2021-08-07
2021 Player of the Week Week of 2021-07-31
2021 Player of the Week Week of 2021-10-02
2020 TSN All-Star OF
2019 Player of the Week Week of 2019-05-11
2019 Silver Slugger OF
2019 TSN All-Star OF
2017 Player of the Week Week of 2017-06-03
2017 Silver Slugger OF
2017 World Series MVP
2014 Rookie of the Month May

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 HOU AL $522,400
2015 HOU AL $512,900
Total Career Earnings $1,035,300

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2020 Most Valuable Player AL 13th 4.0 420 0
2019 Most Valuable Player AL 7th 69.0 420 0
2017 Most Valuable Player AL 13th 17.0 420 0
2014 Rookie of the Year AL 8th 1.0 150 0