Michael Taylor
Born: 3/26/1991 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2014-08-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Michael Anthony Taylor
Biography
Michael Taylor, born in 1991, is a dynamic position player who has made his mark in Major League Baseball since his debut in 2014. With a career spanning over eight seasons, Taylor is known for his combination of speed and power, contributing significantly to his teams both offensively and defensively. As of August 12, 2023, he has played in 1,082 games, recording 748 hits and 100 home runs, while driving in 353 runs. His batting average stands at .235, reflecting the challenges and adjustments that players often face in today's competitive environment.
Taylor's athleticism is highlighted by his notable total of 120 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game on the base paths. His style of play embodies the modern era of baseball, where speed and agility are increasingly valued alongside traditional power hitting. As an active player, Taylor continues to contribute to the game, bringing his experience and skill set to the field, and remains a key figure in discussions about player versatility and adaptability in the ever-evolving landscape of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1082 | 3185 | 394 | 748 | 136 | 14 | 100 | 353 | 120 | 240 | 1054 | 0.235 | 0.290 | 0.381 | 0.671 | -5147.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | WAS | NL | 17 | 39 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0.205 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | 138 | 472 | 49 | 108 | 15 | 2 | 14 | 63 | 16 | 35 | 158 | 0.229 | -1071.3 |
| 2016 | WAS | NL | 76 | 221 | 28 | 51 | 11 | 0 | 7 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 77 | 0.231 | -496.5 |
| 2017 | WAS | NL | 118 | 399 | 55 | 108 | 23 | 3 | 19 | 53 | 17 | 29 | 137 | 0.271 | 490.9 |
| 2018 | WAS | NL | 134 | 353 | 46 | 80 | 22 | 3 | 6 | 28 | 24 | 29 | 116 | 0.227 | -837.1 |
| 2019 | WAS | NL | 53 | 88 | 10 | 22 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 34 | 0.250 | -184.7 |
| 2020 | WAS | NL | 38 | 92 | 11 | 18 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 6 | 27 | 0.196 | -168.1 |
| 2021 | KCR | AL | 142 | 483 | 58 | 118 | 16 | 1 | 12 | 54 | 14 | 33 | 144 | 0.244 | -1029.5 |
| 2022 | KCR | AL | 124 | 414 | 49 | 105 | 10 | 3 | 9 | 43 | 4 | 35 | 109 | 0.254 | -372.1 |
| 2023 | MIN | AL | 129 | 355 | 48 | 78 | 14 | 1 | 21 | 51 | 13 | 26 | 130 | 0.220 | -234.4 |
| 2024 | PIT | NL | 113 | 269 | 35 | 52 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 21 | 12 | 23 | 105 | 0.193 | -1244.3 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 9.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | KCR | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9.00 | - |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 49 | 8 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 4 | 17 | 0.286 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ALDS2 | MIN | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 |
| 2023 | ALWC2 | MIN | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.167 |
| 2019 | NLDS1 | WAS | 4 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.333 |
| 2019 | WS | WAS | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 2019 | NLCS | WAS | 2 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.250 |
| 2019 | NLWC | WAS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2017 | NLDS2 | WAS | 5 | 15 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 0.333 |
| 2016 | NLDS2 | WAS | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 1001 | 851 | 2202 | 50 | 23 | 8 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | WAS | OF | 14 | 8 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | WAS | OF | 132 | 121 | 302 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| 2016 | WAS | OF | 69 | 48 | 125 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | WAS | OF | 113 | 106 | 259 | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 | WAS | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | WAS | OF | 113 | 87 | 232 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 | WAS | OF | 31 | 19 | 32 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | WAS | OF | 35 | 23 | 63 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | KCA | OF | 139 | 135 | 351 | 11 | 3 | 3 |
| 2022 | KCA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | KCA | OF | 123 | 114 | 289 | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| 2023 | MIN | OF | 126 | 110 | 289 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2024 | PIT | OF | 106 | 80 | 229 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 56 |
| Center Field | 921 |
| Right Field | 33 |
| Designated Hitter | 9 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Gold Glove | LF |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | WAS | NL | $524,000 |
| 2015 | WAS | NL | $508,700 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,032,700 | ||