Christian Yelich
Active Player
Born: 12/5/1991 in Thousand Oaks, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-07-23
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Christian Stephen Yelich
Biography
Christian Yelich, born in 1991, is an influential position player in Major League Baseball, currently showcasing his talents in the league since his debut on July 23, 2013. Known for his exceptional hitting ability and keen baseball instincts, Yelich has amassed a career total of 1,590 hits over 1,466 games, demonstrating a consistent offensive presence. With a career batting average of .287, Yelich not only drives in runs—totaling 748 RBIs—but also exhibits speed on the bases with 205 stolen bases. His power is evident with 204 home runs, marking him as a versatile player capable of impacting games in multiple ways.
Yelich's achievements include three All-Star selections, reflecting his status among the elite players in the sport. He plays in an era defined by advanced analytics and an emphasis on power hitting, yet he remains well-rounded, contributing both with his bat and legs. As he continues his career, Yelich's combination of skill, athleticism, and strategic approach to the game solidifies his place in baseball history and highlights his ongoing impact on the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1616 | 6108 | 1033 | 1741 | 327 | 35 | 233 | 851 | 221 | 834 | 1548 | 0.285 | 0.374 | 0.464 | 0.839 | 19584.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIA | NL | 62 | 240 | 34 | 69 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 31 | 66 | 0.287 | 408.3 |
| 2014 | MIA | NL | 144 | 582 | 94 | 165 | 30 | 6 | 9 | 54 | 21 | 70 | 137 | 0.284 | 1255.4 |
| 2015 | MIA | NL | 126 | 476 | 63 | 143 | 30 | 2 | 7 | 44 | 16 | 47 | 101 | 0.300 | 925.8 |
| 2016 | MIA | NL | 155 | 578 | 78 | 172 | 38 | 3 | 21 | 98 | 9 | 72 | 138 | 0.298 | 2098.8 |
| 2017 | MIA | NL | 156 | 602 | 100 | 170 | 36 | 2 | 18 | 81 | 16 | 80 | 137 | 0.282 | 1177.5 |
| 2018 | MIL | NL | 147 | 574 | 118 | 187 | 34 | 7 | 36 | 110 | 22 | 68 | 135 | 0.326 | 4443.6 |
| 2019 | MIL | NL | 130 | 489 | 100 | 161 | 29 | 3 | 44 | 97 | 30 | 80 | 118 | 0.329 | 4775.7 |
| 2020 | MIL | NL | 58 | 200 | 39 | 41 | 7 | 1 | 12 | 22 | 4 | 46 | 76 | 0.205 | 348.7 |
| 2021 | MIL | NL | 117 | 399 | 70 | 99 | 19 | 2 | 9 | 51 | 9 | 70 | 113 | 0.248 | 331.7 |
| 2022 | MIL | NL | 154 | 575 | 99 | 145 | 25 | 4 | 14 | 57 | 19 | 88 | 162 | 0.252 | 843.1 |
| 2023 | MIL | NL | 144 | 550 | 106 | 153 | 34 | 1 | 19 | 76 | 28 | 78 | 140 | 0.278 | 1500.9 |
| 2024 | MIL | NL | 73 | 270 | 44 | 85 | 12 | 3 | 11 | 42 | 21 | 40 | 58 | 0.315 | 1474.6 |
| 2025 | MIL | NL | 150 | 573 | 88 | 151 | 21 | 0 | 29 | 103 | 16 | 64 | 167 | 0.264 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 68 | 10 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 15 | 20 | 0.235 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | NLWC1 | MIL | 2 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.500 |
| 2021 | NLDS1 | MIL | 4 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.200 |
| 2020 | NLWC1 | MIL | 2 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.222 |
| 2018 | NLDS1 | MIL | 3 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0.250 |
| 2018 | NLCS | MIL | 7 | 28 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 0.179 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1346 | 1334 | 2478 | 41 | 23 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | MIA | OF | 62 | 61 | 114 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | MIA | OF | 144 | 142 | 271 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 2015 | MIA | OF | 124 | 122 | 256 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 2016 | MIA | OF | 149 | 149 | 260 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| 2017 | MIA | OF | 155 | 155 | 370 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | MIL | OF | 145 | 144 | 266 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 | MIL | OF | 124 | 125 | 225 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| 2020 | MIL | OF | 51 | 51 | 60 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | MIL | OF | 107 | 103 | 170 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | MIL | OF | 115 | 114 | 189 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | MIL | OF | 122 | 121 | 222 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 | MIL | OF | 48 | 47 | 75 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 959 |
| Center Field | 260 |
| Right Field | 200 |
| Designated Hitter | 96 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - First Team | OF |
| 2019 | All-MLB Team - First Team | OF |
| 2019 | Hank Aaron Award | |
| 2019 | Player of the Week | Week of 2019-04-20 |
| 2019 | Player of the Week | Week of 2019-03-30 |
| 2019 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2019 | TSN All-Star | OF |
| 2018 | Hank Aaron Award | |
| 2018 | MLB Players Choice Outstanding Player | |
| 2018 | Most Valuable Player | |
| 2018 | Player of the Month | September |
| 2018 | Player of the Week | Week of 2018-09-22 |
| 2018 | Player of the Week | Week of 2018-09-01 |
| 2018 | Player of the Week | Week of 2018-07-28 |
| 2018 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2018 | TSN All-Star | OF |
| 2016 | Silver Slugger | OF |
| 2016 | TSN All-Star | OF |
| 2014 | Gold Glove | LF |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | MIA | NL | $1,000,000 |
| 2015 | MIA | NL | $570,000 |
| 2014 | MIA | NL | $505,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,075,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 2nd | 317.0 | 420 | 10 |
| 2018 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 1st | 415.0 | 420 | 29 |
| 2016 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 19th | 5.0 | 420 | 0 |