Danny Valencia, baseball player, 2010-2018

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

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

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

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