Gleyber Torres
Born: 12/13/1996 in Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2018-04-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Gleyber David Torres
Biography
Gleyber Torres is an active professional baseball player born in 1996, known for his dynamic presence on the field as a position player. Since making his Major League Baseball debut on April 22, 2018, Torres has become a key contributor for his team, showcasing a blend of power and speed that has captured the attention of fans and analysts alike. Over the course of his career, he has played in 888 games, accumulating 870 hits, 138 home runs, and 441 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .265. His ability to steal bases is also notable, with 53 stolen bases to his name, emphasizing his versatility and athleticism.
Torres has achieved significant recognition during his career, including two All-Star selections and the distinction of Rookie of the Month. His performance in the league exemplifies the blend of youth and experience that characterizes the modern game, as he continues to play in an era defined by power-hitting and increased offensive production. As he advances in his career, Torres remains a pivotal figure in baseball, contributing to the ongoing evolution of the sport and inspiring the next generation of players with his achievements on the diamond.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 888 | 3281 | 460 | 870 | 154 | 4 | 138 | 441 | 53 | 333 | 746 | 0.265 | 0.334 | 0.441 | 0.774 | 4282.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | NYY | AL | 123 | 431 | 54 | 117 | 16 | 1 | 24 | 77 | 6 | 42 | 122 | 0.271 | 1062.0 |
| 2019 | NYY | AL | 144 | 546 | 96 | 152 | 26 | 0 | 38 | 90 | 5 | 48 | 129 | 0.278 | 1614.4 |
| 2020 | NYY | AL | 42 | 136 | 17 | 33 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 1 | 22 | 28 | 0.243 | 22.6 |
| 2021 | NYY | AL | 127 | 459 | 50 | 119 | 22 | 0 | 9 | 51 | 14 | 50 | 104 | 0.259 | -301.1 |
| 2022 | NYY | AL | 140 | 526 | 73 | 135 | 28 | 1 | 24 | 76 | 10 | 39 | 129 | 0.257 | 676.5 |
| 2023 | NYY | AL | 158 | 596 | 90 | 163 | 28 | 2 | 25 | 68 | 13 | 67 | 98 | 0.273 | 1150.6 |
| 2024 | NYY | AL | 154 | 587 | 80 | 151 | 26 | 0 | 15 | 63 | 4 | 65 | 136 | 0.257 | 57.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 172 | 28 | 46 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 25 | 25 | 32 | 0.267 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ALDS2 | NYA | 4 | 15 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 0.200 |
| 2024 | ALCS | NYA | 5 | 22 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0.364 |
| 2024 | WS | NYA | 5 | 21 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0.143 |
| 2022 | ALCS | NYA | 4 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 0.200 |
| 2022 | ALDS1 | NYA | 5 | 19 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.158 |
| 2021 | ALWC | NYA | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2020 | ALDS1 | NYA | 5 | 16 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 0.312 |
| 2020 | ALWC2 | NYA | 2 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0.714 |
| 2019 | ALCS | NYA | 6 | 25 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0.280 |
| 2019 | ALDS2 | NYA | 3 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0.417 |
| 2018 | ALWC | NYA | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2018 | ALDS1 | NYA | 4 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.308 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 615 | 601 | 969 | 1360 | 62 | 303 |
| SS | 252 | 233 | 278 | 548 | 44 | 98 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | NYA | 2B | 109 | 104 | 163 | 230 | 12 | 40 |
| 2018 | NYA | SS | 21 | 15 | 22 | 42 | 5 | 8 |
| 2019 | NYA | 2B | 65 | 64 | 113 | 147 | 9 | 48 |
| 2019 | NYA | SS | 77 | 73 | 91 | 180 | 11 | 40 |
| 2020 | NYA | SS | 40 | 40 | 40 | 86 | 9 | 13 |
| 2021 | NYA | 2B | 19 | 19 | 33 | 39 | 1 | 11 |
| 2021 | NYA | SS | 108 | 104 | 121 | 236 | 18 | 37 |
| 2022 | NYA | 2B | 124 | 121 | 192 | 270 | 7 | 50 |
| 2022 | NYA | SS | 6 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | NYA | 2B | 145 | 141 | 234 | 344 | 15 | 80 |
| 2024 | NYA | 2B | 153 | 152 | 234 | 330 | 18 | 74 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 615 |
| Shortstop | 252 |
| Designated Hitter | 26 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Player of the Week | Week of 2018-05-26 |
| 2018 | Player of the Week | Week of 2018-09-01 |
| 2018 | Rookie of the Month | May |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 17th | 8.0 | 420 | 0 |
| 2018 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 25.0 | 150 | 0 |