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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | STL | NL | 32 | 59 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 0.153 | -477.9 |
| 2014 | STL | NL | 113 | 402 | 52 | 100 | 14 | 3 | 12 | 42 | 20 | 21 | 71 | 0.249 | -267.8 |
| 2015 | STL | NL | 150 | 557 | 71 | 146 | 28 | 4 | 11 | 61 | 15 | 36 | 95 | 0.262 | -181.3 |
| 2016 | STL | NL | 121 | 313 | 39 | 75 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 23 | 7 | 34 | 52 | 0.240 | -430.7 |
| 2017 | STL | NL | 108 | 354 | 55 | 101 | 27 | 3 | 4 | 42 | 8 | 41 | 60 | 0.285 | 504.0 |
| 2018 | STL | NL | 127 | 353 | 41 | 88 | 18 | 2 | 9 | 38 | 6 | 31 | 60 | 0.249 | 7.8 |
| 2019 | STL | NL | 148 | 478 | 61 | 136 | 25 | 4 | 11 | 59 | 24 | 47 | 83 | 0.285 | 486.2 |
| 2020 | STL | NL | 53 | 181 | 26 | 48 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 16 | 5 | 20 | 30 | 0.265 | -201.5 |
| 2021 | MIL | NL | 116 | 445 | 70 | 121 | 32 | 2 | 14 | 50 | 12 | 31 | 83 | 0.272 | 630.1 |
| 2022 | MIL | NL | 134 | 430 | 65 | 108 | 24 | 4 | 15 | 47 | 17 | 46 | 88 | 0.251 | 814.5 |
| 2023 | LAD | NL | 20 | 30 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 2023 | SEA | AL | 67 | 194 | 21 | 32 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 16 | 46 | 0.165 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | SLN | 2B | 18 | 10 | 22 | 43 | 0 | 8 |
| 2014 | SLN | 2B | 107 | 100 | 196 | 273 | 12 | 70 |
| 2015 | SLN | 2B | 147 | 140 | 312 | 410 | 17 | 107 |
| 2016 | SLN | 2B | 88 | 70 | 132 | 256 | 8 | 67 |
| 2016 | SLN | OF | 16 | 11 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | SLN | 2B | 106 | 99 | 191 | 276 | 10 | 78 |
| 2018 | SLN | 2B | 119 | 98 | 165 | 306 | 9 | 73 |
| 2019 | SLN | 2B | 147 | 134 | 250 | 412 | 9 | 103 |
| 2020 | SLN | 2B | 53 | 48 | 59 | 129 | 2 | 29 |
| 2021 | MIL | 2B | 113 | 108 | 164 | 229 | 2 | 51 |
| 2022 | MIL | 2B | 131 | 115 | 182 | 255 | 17 | 60 |
| 2022 | MIL | SS | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | LAN | 2B | 11 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 3 |
| 2023 | SEA | 2B | 65 | 57 | 86 | 139 | 3 | 21 |
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 |