Whit Merrifield: MLB Second Baseman and Outfielder
MLB Stats and Profile
Position:
- Second Baseman
- Outfielder
Team:
Philadelphia Phillies
Full Name:
Whitley David Merrifield
Birth Date:
January 24, 1989
Birthplace:
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Height:
6 feet
Weight:
190 lbs
Draft:
- 9th round, 269th overall by the Kansas City Royals in the 2010 MLB draft
Rookie Status:
2016
Career Highlights
- MLB All-Star (2019)
- Gold Glove Award (2021)
- Silver Slugger Award (2019)
- Played in all 162 games twice in his career (2019 and 2021)
Additional Information
Whit Merrifield is known for his versatility, having played multiple positions in the outfield and infield throughout his career. He has a strong defensive presence and is also a consistent hitter, with a career batting average of .291 and over 100 stolen bases.
He was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies from the Kansas City Royals in August 2022.
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