Joey Wendle
Born: 4/26/1990 in Wilmington, DE, USA
MLB Debut: 2016-08-31
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Joseph Patrick Wendle
Biography
Joey Wendle, born in 1990, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility and solid performance on the field. Since making his MLB debut in 2016, Wendle has established himself as a reliable position player, demonstrating a well-rounded skill set that includes effective hitting and base running. Over his career, he has played in 667 games, achieving 561 hits with a batting average of .262. Wendle has also contributed 32 home runs and 220 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and provide offensive support to his teams.
In addition to his offensive contributions, Wendle is known for his speed on the bases, having stolen 62 bases throughout his career. His all-around abilities earned him an All-Star selection, highlighting his status as one of the notable players in the league. Wendle's playing style reflects the modern game, where versatility and athleticism are increasingly valued. As he continues his career, he remains a significant presence in Major League Baseball, contributing to the competitive landscape of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 667 | 2142 | 268 | 561 | 129 | 18 | 32 | 220 | 62 | 125 | 436 | 0.262 | 0.311 | 0.384 | 0.695 | -2041.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | OAK | AL | 28 | 96 | 11 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 0.260 | -304.6 |
| 2017 | OAK | AL | 8 | 13 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.308 | 0.0 |
| 2018 | TBR | AL | 139 | 487 | 62 | 146 | 33 | 6 | 7 | 61 | 16 | 37 | 96 | 0.300 | 773.6 |
| 2019 | TBR | AL | 75 | 238 | 32 | 55 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 19 | 8 | 14 | 47 | 0.231 | -747.1 |
| 2020 | TBR | AL | 50 | 168 | 24 | 48 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 17 | 8 | 10 | 35 | 0.286 | 145.4 |
| 2021 | TBR | AL | 136 | 460 | 73 | 122 | 31 | 4 | 11 | 54 | 8 | 28 | 113 | 0.265 | 97.7 |
| 2022 | MIA | NL | 101 | 347 | 27 | 90 | 24 | 1 | 3 | 32 | 12 | 15 | 50 | 0.259 | -499.8 |
| 2023 | MIA | NL | 112 | 297 | 33 | 63 | 16 | 3 | 2 | 20 | 7 | 13 | 67 | 0.212 | -1506.2 |
| 2024 | NYN | NL | 18 | 36 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 72 | 9 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 23 | 0.194 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | NLWC2 | MIA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2021 | ALDS2 | TBA | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 |
| 2020 | ALDS1 | TBA | 5 | 17 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.353 |
| 2020 | ALWC1 | TBA | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 2020 | ALCS | TBA | 7 | 21 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.143 |
| 2020 | WS | TBA | 6 | 18 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0.111 |
| 2019 | ALWC | TBA | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2019 | ALDS1 | TBA | 4 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 259 | 210 | 350 | 535 | 8 | 131 |
| 3B | 232 | 178 | 148 | 359 | 24 | 43 |
| OF | 18 | 13 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 199 | 150 | 198 | 429 | 16 | 93 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | OAK | 2B | 28 | 24 | 45 | 71 | 2 | 20 |
| 2017 | OAK | 2B | 5 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 3 |
| 2018 | TBA | 2B | 101 | 85 | 149 | 222 | 4 | 57 |
| 2018 | TBA | 3B | 20 | 17 | 13 | 39 | 0 | 4 |
| 2018 | TBA | SS | 10 | 7 | 5 | 24 | 2 | 7 |
| 2018 | TBA | OF | 17 | 13 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | TBA | 2B | 48 | 34 | 59 | 96 | 0 | 21 |
| 2019 | TBA | 3B | 27 | 22 | 17 | 35 | 3 | 2 |
| 2019 | TBA | SS | 10 | 8 | 8 | 18 | 0 | 6 |
| 2019 | TBA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | TBA | 2B | 20 | 18 | 26 | 36 | 0 | 7 |
| 2020 | TBA | 3B | 28 | 18 | 17 | 40 | 4 | 5 |
| 2020 | TBA | SS | 10 | 9 | 7 | 30 | 1 | 5 |
| 2021 | TBA | 2B | 16 | 13 | 16 | 28 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 | TBA | 3B | 107 | 82 | 81 | 176 | 11 | 22 |
| 2021 | TBA | SS | 25 | 22 | 23 | 60 | 0 | 7 |
| 2022 | MIA | 2B | 33 | 26 | 39 | 62 | 1 | 17 |
| 2022 | MIA | 3B | 43 | 37 | 19 | 65 | 4 | 10 |
| 2022 | MIA | SS | 34 | 22 | 46 | 72 | 3 | 22 |
| 2023 | MIA | SS | 107 | 81 | 107 | 218 | 10 | 46 |
| 2024 | NYN | 2B | 8 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| 2024 | NYN | 3B | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 | NYN | SS | 3 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 258 |
| Third Base | 232 |
| Shortstop | 199 |
| Left Field | 16 |
| Right Field | 2 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 4th | 17.0 | 150 | 0 |