Kolten Wong, baseball player, 2013-2023

Kolten Wong

Born: 10/10/1990 in Hilo, HI, USA

MLB Debut: 2013-08-16 | Final Game: 2023-10-01

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Kolten Kaha Wong

Biography

Kolten Wong, born in 1990, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 2013 to 2023. He played primarily as a position player, known for his exceptional defensive skills and speed on the base paths. Over the course of 1,189 games, Wong recorded 973 hits, 86 home runs, and 405 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .256. His ability to steal bases was notable, as he successfully swiped 120 bags throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. Wong's playing style was characterized by his agility and quick reflexes, making him a standout second baseman. He was particularly recognized for his defensive prowess, contributing significantly to his teams' infield dynamics. While he earned the title of Rookie of the Month during his debut season, Wong's impact extended beyond individual accolades, as he became a reliable figure in the lineup, bringing both offensive and defensive stability to his teams. His career reflected the evolution of the game in the 2010s, marked by a growing emphasis on versatility and speed, elements that Wong embodied throughout his time in the league.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1189 3796 511 973 186 31 86 405 120 328 687 0.256 0.330 0.390 0.719 -387.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
38 115 10 21 8 1 5 15 7 22 0.183

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2023 NLDS2 LAN 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.000
2021 NLDS1 MIL 4 15 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 5 0.067
2020 NLWC2 SLN 3 14 1 3 1 0 1 4 0 0 0.214
2019 NLCS SLN 4 14 1 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 0.143
2019 NLDS2 SLN 5 20 3 5 3 0 0 4 2 6 0.250
2015 NLDS1 SLN 4 14 1 2 1 0 1 1 0 5 0.143
2014 NLDS2 SLN 3 11 1 2 1 0 1 2 0 2 0.182
2014 NLCS SLN 5 18 3 5 2 1 2 4 1 3 0.278
2013 NLCS SLN 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000
2013 NLDS1 SLN 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000
2013 WS SLN 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 1105 982 1766 2743 90 670
OF 16 11 26 0 0 0
SS 1 0 3 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 1105
Shortstop 1
Left Field 6
Center Field 8
Right Field 4
Designated Hitter 4

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2020 Gold Glove 2B
2019 Gold Glove 2B
2014 Rookie of the Month May

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 SLN NL $1,250,000
2015 SLN NL $520,000
2014 SLN NL $500,000
Total Career Earnings $2,270,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu HI 2009, 2010, 2011

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2019 Most Valuable Player NL 20th 2.0 420 0
2014 Rookie of the Year NL 3rd 14.0 150 0