Gio Urshela
Born: 10/11/1991 in Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia
MLB Debut: 2015-06-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Giovanny Urshela
Biography
Gio Urshela is a professional baseball player who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut on June 9, 2015. Born in 1991, Urshela plays primarily as a position player and is known for his solid defensive skills and consistent offensive contributions. Over the course of his career, he has participated in 792 games, accumulating 716 hits, 73 home runs, and 332 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .273. In addition to his power at the plate, Urshela has shown his speed with 7 stolen bases, adding versatility to his playing style.
Urshela's rise to prominence came during an era of baseball characterized by advanced analytics and a growing emphasis on defensive prowess. His ability to make impactful plays in the field, combined with a reliable bat, has made him a valuable asset for the teams he has played for. As an active player, Urshela continues to contribute to his team's success, showcasing his skills and adaptability in a highly competitive environment. His journey reflects the evolving nature of baseball, where players are increasingly recognized for their multifaceted abilities on and off the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 792 | 2626 | 302 | 716 | 133 | 8 | 73 | 332 | 7 | 165 | 515 | 0.273 | 0.316 | 0.413 | 0.729 | 40.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | CLE | AL | 81 | 267 | 25 | 60 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 21 | 0 | 18 | 58 | 0.225 | -742.9 |
| 2017 | CLE | AL | 67 | 156 | 14 | 35 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 22 | 0.224 | -761.5 |
| 2018 | TOR | AL | 19 | 43 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.233 | 0.0 |
| 2019 | NYY | AL | 132 | 442 | 73 | 139 | 34 | 0 | 21 | 74 | 1 | 25 | 87 | 0.314 | 1487.7 |
| 2020 | NYY | AL | 43 | 151 | 24 | 45 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 30 | 1 | 18 | 25 | 0.298 | 413.2 |
| 2021 | NYY | AL | 116 | 420 | 42 | 112 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 49 | 1 | 20 | 109 | 0.267 | -176.6 |
| 2022 | MIN | AL | 144 | 501 | 61 | 143 | 27 | 3 | 13 | 64 | 1 | 41 | 96 | 0.285 | 787.4 |
| 2023 | LAA | AL | 62 | 214 | 22 | 64 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 24 | 3 | 10 | 36 | 0.299 | -178.6 |
| 2024 | ATL | NL | 36 | 132 | 9 | 35 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 4 | 23 | 0.265 | -38.9 |
| 2024 | DET | AL | 92 | 300 | 25 | 73 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 37 | 0 | 19 | 49 | 0.243 | -38.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 82 | 8 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 20 | 0.195 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | NLWC2 | ATL | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2021 | ALWC | NYA | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 |
| 2020 | ALDS1 | NYA | 5 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.105 |
| 2020 | ALWC2 | NYA | 2 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0.333 |
| 2019 | ALDS2 | NYA | 3 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 |
| 2019 | ALCS | NYA | 6 | 21 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0.238 |
| 2017 | ALDS1 | CLE | 5 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0.167 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 43 | 34 | 252 | 17 | 1 | 27 |
| 2B | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 2 |
| 3B | 695 | 614 | 397 | 1181 | 52 | 135 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 53 | 41 | 38 | 82 | 4 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | CLE | 3B | 80 | 76 | 41 | 145 | 6 | 17 |
| 2017 | CLE | 1B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | CLE | 2B | 5 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 | CLE | 3B | 60 | 36 | 28 | 66 | 4 | 7 |
| 2017 | CLE | SS | 5 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2018 | TOR | 3B | 10 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | TOR | SS | 8 | 8 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | NYA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | NYA | 3B | 123 | 109 | 59 | 212 | 13 | 20 |
| 2019 | NYA | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | NYA | 3B | 43 | 42 | 34 | 86 | 1 | 10 |
| 2021 | NYA | 3B | 96 | 85 | 56 | 175 | 10 | 26 |
| 2021 | NYA | SS | 28 | 24 | 23 | 42 | 2 | 6 |
| 2022 | MIN | 3B | 136 | 131 | 100 | 237 | 6 | 25 |
| 2022 | MIN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | LAA | 1B | 22 | 19 | 120 | 10 | 1 | 13 |
| 2023 | LAA | 2B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | LAA | 3B | 37 | 28 | 17 | 64 | 5 | 8 |
| 2023 | LAA | SS | 9 | 8 | 8 | 20 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 | ATL | 3B | 36 | 36 | 22 | 77 | 2 | 15 |
| 2024 | ATL | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | DET | 1B | 18 | 15 | 122 | 7 | 0 | 12 |
| 2024 | DET | 3B | 74 | 66 | 37 | 107 | 5 | 7 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 43 |
| Second Base | 6 |
| Third Base | 695 |
| Shortstop | 53 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 9 |