Dayan Viciedo
Born: 3/10/1989 in Remedios, Villa Clara, Cuba
MLB Debut: 2010-06-20 | Final Game: 2014-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 240 lbs
Biography
Dayan Viciedo, born in 1989, was a Cuban professional baseball player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 2010 to 2014. Known for his power-hitting abilities, Viciedo played primarily as an outfielder and designated hitter. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 483 games, accumulating 425 hits, 66 home runs, and 211 RBIs, all while maintaining a batting average of .254. His career also included a modest contribution on the base paths, with 2 stolen bases.
Viciedo made his MLB debut with the Chicago White Sox, where he showcased his potential as a key offensive player during the early 2010s. His playing style was characterized by a blend of power and contact hitting, making him a valuable asset in the lineup. Despite the challenges of competing in a league filled with elite talent, Viciedo's contributions were notable during a transitional period in baseball, where teams began to emphasize power hitting and offensive production. After concluding his MLB career in 2014, he left behind a legacy as a promising talent whose potential was highlighted during his time in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 483 | 1675 | 200 | 425 | 73 | 7 | 66 | 211 | 2 | 95 | 388 | 0.254 | 0.298 | 0.424 | 0.722 | -28.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | CHW | AL | 38 | 104 | 17 | 32 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 25 | 0.308 | 229.1 |
| 2011 | CHW | AL | 29 | 102 | 11 | 26 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 9 | 23 | 0.255 | -145.2 |
| 2012 | CHW | AL | 147 | 505 | 64 | 129 | 18 | 1 | 25 | 78 | 0 | 28 | 120 | 0.255 | 166.3 |
| 2013 | CHW | AL | 124 | 441 | 43 | 117 | 23 | 3 | 14 | 56 | 0 | 24 | 98 | 0.265 | 61.6 |
| 2014 | CHW | AL | 145 | 523 | 65 | 121 | 22 | 3 | 21 | 58 | 0 | 32 | 122 | 0.231 | -340.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 15 | 7 | 73 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 3B | 23 | 19 | 8 | 27 | 4 | 5 |
| OF | 389 | 382 | 621 | 32 | 15 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | CHA | 1B | 7 | 3 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 | CHA | 3B | 23 | 19 | 8 | 27 | 4 | 5 |
| 2011 | CHA | 1B | 4 | 2 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | CHA | OF | 21 | 19 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | CHA | OF | 131 | 129 | 233 | 13 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | CHA | OF | 109 | 109 | 147 | 12 | 5 | 0 |
| 2014 | CHA | 1B | 4 | 2 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | CHA | OF | 128 | 125 | 215 | 5 | 8 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 15 |
| Third Base | 23 |
| Left Field | 295 |
| Right Field | 105 |
| Designated Hitter | 47 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | CHA | AL | $2,800,000 |
| 2013 | CHA | AL | $2,800,000 |
| 2012 | CHA | AL | $2,500,000 |
| 2011 | CHA | AL | $2,250,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $10,350,000 | ||