Danny Valencia
Born: 9/19/1984 in Miami, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 2010-06-03 | Final Game: 2018-08-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Daniel Paul Valencia
Biography
Danny Valencia was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 2010 to 2018. Born in 1984, Valencia made his mark in the league with a combination of solid hitting and versatility on the field. Over the course of his career, he played in 865 games, accumulating 795 hits, 96 home runs, and 397 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .268. His ability to drive in runs and contribute offensively made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for.
Valencia's playing style was characterized by his power-hitting capabilities, particularly as a right-handed batter, and his adaptability allowed him to play multiple positions effectively. His career unfolded during an era of significant offensive production in baseball, where power hitters were highly sought after. Valencia’s contributions to his teams, including notable stints with the Minnesota Twins and the Baltimore Orioles, showcased his skill and determination, earning him a reputation as a reliable player. With 11 stolen bases to his name, he also demonstrated an ability to be a threat on the base paths when needed. After retiring on August 8, 2018, Valencia left behind a legacy as a consistent performer in an era marked by dynamic offensive play.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 865 | 2963 | 360 | 795 | 154 | 12 | 96 | 397 | 11 | 217 | 651 | 0.268 | 0.317 | 0.426 | 0.742 | 794.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | MIN | AL | 85 | 299 | 30 | 93 | 18 | 1 | 7 | 40 | 2 | 20 | 46 | 0.311 | 497.0 |
| 2011 | MIN | AL | 154 | 564 | 63 | 139 | 28 | 2 | 15 | 72 | 2 | 40 | 102 | 0.246 | -771.7 |
| 2012 | BOS | AL | 10 | 28 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | MIN | AL | 34 | 126 | 13 | 25 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 3 | 32 | 0.198 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | BAL | AL | 52 | 161 | 20 | 49 | 14 | 1 | 8 | 23 | 0 | 8 | 33 | 0.304 | 594.2 |
| 2014 | KCR | AL | 36 | 110 | 8 | 31 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 7 | 27 | 0.282 | 28.2 |
| 2014 | TOR | AL | 50 | 154 | 12 | 37 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 7 | 35 | 0.240 | 28.2 |
| 2015 | OAK | AL | 47 | 183 | 33 | 52 | 10 | 1 | 11 | 37 | 0 | 20 | 40 | 0.284 | 719.1 |
| 2015 | TOR | AL | 58 | 162 | 26 | 48 | 13 | 0 | 7 | 29 | 2 | 9 | 40 | 0.296 | 719.1 |
| 2016 | OAK | AL | 130 | 471 | 72 | 135 | 22 | 1 | 17 | 51 | 1 | 41 | 115 | 0.287 | 729.2 |
| 2017 | SEA | AL | 130 | 450 | 54 | 115 | 19 | 3 | 15 | 66 | 2 | 40 | 122 | 0.256 | -388.2 |
| 2018 | BAL | AL | 79 | 255 | 28 | 67 | 8 | 1 | 9 | 28 | 1 | 22 | 53 | 0.263 | -63.6 |
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 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | BAL | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.222 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | ALDS2 | MIN | 3 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.222 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 163 | 134 | 1123 | 80 | 13 | 109 |
| 2B | 9 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 507 | 486 | 286 | 939 | 52 | 80 |
| OF | 104 | 87 | 159 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | MIN | 3B | 81 | 80 | 46 | 171 | 6 | 14 |
| 2011 | MIN | 3B | 147 | 146 | 73 | 260 | 18 | 20 |
| 2012 | BOS | 3B | 10 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | MIN | 3B | 34 | 33 | 21 | 73 | 4 | 9 |
| 2013 | BAL | 3B | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | KCA | 2B | 6 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | KCA | 3B | 26 | 25 | 11 | 46 | 2 | 5 |
| 2014 | TOR | 1B | 20 | 6 | 71 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| 2014 | TOR | 3B | 40 | 32 | 24 | 67 | 2 | 5 |
| 2015 | OAK | 3B | 45 | 45 | 30 | 93 | 3 | 9 |
| 2015 | TOR | 1B | 5 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | TOR | 2B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | TOR | 3B | 10 | 9 | 7 | 16 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | TOR | OF | 37 | 28 | 48 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | OAK | 1B | 18 | 15 | 134 | 9 | 1 | 8 |
| 2016 | OAK | 3B | 68 | 67 | 41 | 122 | 13 | 9 |
| 2016 | OAK | OF | 38 | 37 | 67 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | SEA | 1B | 118 | 111 | 897 | 64 | 11 | 98 |
| 2017 | SEA | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | SEA | OF | 10 | 5 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | BAL | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | BAL | 1B | 2 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | BAL | 3B | 39 | 38 | 25 | 77 | 4 | 6 |
| 2018 | BAL | OF | 19 | 17 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| First Base | 163 |
| Second Base | 9 |
| Third Base | 507 |
| Left Field | 33 |
| Right Field | 71 |
| Designated Hitter | 74 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | OAK | AL | $3,150,000 |
| 2015 | OAK | AL | $1,675,000 |
| 2014 | KCA | AL | $1,065,000 |
| 2012 | MIN | AL | $515,000 |
| 2011 | MIN | AL | $437,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $6,842,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Miami | Coral Gables | FL | 2005, 2006 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | Greensboro | NC | 2004 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 12.0 | 140 | 0 |