Juan Yepez
Born: 2/19/1998 in Caracas, Distrito Capital, Venezuela
MLB Debut: 2022-05-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Juan David Yepez
Biography
Juan Yepez is a professional baseball player born in 1998, who has been actively contributing to Major League Baseball since his debut on May 4, 2022. As a position player, Yepez showcases a blend of power and skill, with a career batting average of .258 over 166 games. He has made a notable impact at the plate, recording 139 hits, including 20 home runs and driving in 58 runs, demonstrating his ability to produce in critical situations. Additionally, he has shown his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases, adding an extra dimension to his game.
Yepez emerges as a promising talent in the contemporary baseball landscape, characterized by an increasing emphasis on offensive firepower and versatility. His contributions to the game reflect the evolving nature of baseball, where younger players are making significant impacts early in their careers. As he continues to develop and refine his skills, Yepez is poised to become a key player for his team and a fan favorite, embodying the spirit of the modern game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 166 | 539 | 64 | 139 | 29 | 0 | 20 | 58 | 2 | 38 | 123 | 0.258 | 0.307 | 0.423 | 0.730 | 148.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | STL | NL | 76 | 253 | 27 | 64 | 13 | 0 | 12 | 30 | 0 | 16 | 61 | 0.253 | 135.5 |
| 2023 | STL | NL | 28 | 60 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 0.183 | -258.8 |
| 2024 | WAS | NL | 62 | 226 | 32 | 64 | 15 | 0 | 6 | 26 | 2 | 18 | 42 | 0.283 | 271.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.400 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | NLWC2 | SLN | 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.400 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 62 | 53 | 420 | 26 | 2 | 55 |
| 3B | 6 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 52 | 44 | 58 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | SLN | 1B | 15 | 8 | 69 | 7 | 0 | 12 |
| 2022 | SLN | 3B | 6 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | SLN | OF | 40 | 36 | 45 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | SLN | OF | 12 | 8 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | WAS | 1B | 47 | 45 | 351 | 19 | 2 | 43 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 62 |
| Third Base | 6 |
| Left Field | 32 |
| Right Field | 20 |
| Designated Hitter | 45 |