Mark Teixeira, baseball player, 409 home runs, 2003-2016

Mark Teixeira

Born: 4/11/1980 in Annapolis, MD, USA

MLB Debut: 2003-04-01 | Final Game: 2016-10-02

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 225 lbs

Full name: Mark Charles Teixeira

Biography

Mark Teixeira, born in 1980, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball from 2003 until his retirement in 2016. Over the course of his 13-year career, he played in 1,862 games, where he showcased his power-hitting ability and defensive prowess. Teixeira finished his career with 1,862 hits, 409 home runs, and 1,298 RBIs, maintaining a batting average of .268. Known for his switch-hitting capabilities, he was a formidable presence at the plate, consistently delivering clutch performances for his teams. Teixeira also contributed with 26 stolen bases, reflecting his agility and athleticism on the field. A three-time All-Star, Teixeira's career spanned a transformative period in baseball, characterized by both heightened offensive production and evolving player evaluations. His contributions were particularly significant during his time with the New York Yankees, where he became a key figure in their lineup and helped the team secure a World Series championship in 2009. Teixeira's combination of power and defensive skill at first base made him one of the standout players of his era, and his legacy continues to be celebrated by fans and analysts alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1862 6936 1099 1862 408 18 409 1298 26 918 1441 0.268 0.360 0.509 0.869 25070.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
40 153 21 34 6 0 3 14 24 34 0.222

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2012 ALCS NYA 4 15 1 3 1 0 0 0 3 1 0.200
2012 ALDS1 NYA 5 17 1 6 0 0 0 1 5 2 0.353
2011 ALDS1 NYA 5 18 2 3 2 0 0 1 2 5 0.167
2010 ALCS NYA 4 14 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 4 0.000
2010 ALDS2 NYA 3 13 2 4 1 0 1 3 1 2 0.308
2009 WS NYA 6 22 5 3 1 0 1 3 2 8 0.136
2009 ALCS NYA 6 27 2 6 1 0 0 4 3 8 0.222
2009 ALDS1 NYA 3 12 3 2 0 0 1 1 1 1 0.167
2008 ALDS1 LAA 4 15 4 7 0 0 0 1 4 3 0.467

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1769 1730 14942 966 55 1418
3B 15 11 10 20 7 0
OF 32 22 37 0 1 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1769
Third Base 15
Left Field 14
Right Field 18
Designated Hitter 66

Awards & Honors

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 NYA AL $23,125,000
2015 NYA AL $23,125,000
2014 NYA AL $22,500,000
2013 NYA AL $23,125,000
2012 NYA AL $23,125,000
2011 NYA AL $23,125,000
2010 NYA AL $20,625,000
2009 NYA AL $20,625,000
2008 ATL NL $12,500,000
2007 TEX AL $9,000,000
2006 TEX AL $6,400,000
2005 TEX AL $3,625,000
2004 TEX AL $2,625,000
2003 TEX AL $750,000
Total Career Earnings $214,275,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Georgia Institute of Technology Atlanta GA 1999, 2000, 2001

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2015 Most Valuable Player AL 28th 1.0 420 0
2011 Most Valuable Player AL 18th 5.0 392 0
2010 Most Valuable Player AL 19th 1.0 392 0
2009 Most Valuable Player AL 2nd 225.0 392 0
2008 Most Valuable Player AL 20th 1.0 392 0
2005 Most Valuable Player AL 7th 106.0 392 0
2004 Most Valuable Player AL 18th 5.0 392 0
2003 Rookie of the Year AL 5th 9.0 140 1