DJ LeMahieu
Star PlayerNew York Yankees / Infielder / Two-Time Batting Champion
Position: Second Base/Third Base | Bats: Right | Throws: Right
MLB All-Star
Gold Glove Winner
Pro Tip: DJ LeMahieu is known for his exceptional contact hitting and defensive versatility, making him one of the most valuable players in baseball.
Career Highlights
1Batting Titles
Won AL batting title in 2020 (.364 avg).
Previously won NL batting title with Colorado in 2016 (.348 avg).
2Defensive Excellence
Three-time Gold Glove winner (2014, 2017, 2018).
Known for versatility at second base, third base, and first base.
3Postseason Success
2019 ALCS MVP with Yankees.
Career postseason batting average of .276.
4All-Star Appearances
Three-time MLB All-Star (2015, 2017, 2019).
Represented both National League and American League.
5Yankees Impact
Signed with Yankees in 2019.
Finished 4th in AL MVP voting in 2019 and 2020.
Pro Tip: LeMahieu's ability to hit to all fields and maintain a high batting average makes him particularly valuable in Yankee Stadium.
Playing Style
1Contact Hitting
Career .298 batting average.
Known for low strikeout rate (12.8% career).
2Defensive Versatility
Plays multiple infield positions at Gold Glove level.
Particularly strong double play turns at second base.
3Plate Discipline
Career .355 on-base percentage.
Excellent at hitting with two strikes.
Career Statistics
1Batting Average
Career: .298 | Best Season: .364 (2020).
Yankees tenure: .292 (2019-2023).
2Home Runs
Career: 130+ | Best Season: 26 (2019).
Yankee Stadium: 43 home runs.
3RBIs
Career: 600+ | Best Season: 102 (2019).
Postseason: 20 RBIs.
4Fielding Percentage
Career: .990 at second base.
Led NL second basemen in fielding percentage three times.
Pro Tip: LeMahieu's combination of high batting average, defensive skills, and positional flexibility makes him one of baseball's most complete players.