AS
1999–2014 · LF

Alfonso Soriano

6' 1", 195 lbs·Lived to 50·Bats R / Throws R
4×Silver SluggerAll-Star
The Almanac's Take

Soriano became the first player in MLB history to join the 40-40 club twice, pulling off the rare feat in 2002 and 2006. His unique combination of power and speed — 412 career home runs with 289 stolen bases — placed him in exclusive company that few sluggers have ever reached.

The Dominican star's prime years showcased remarkable consistency at an elite level. His 2006 campaign with Washington stands as the pinnacle: 46 homers, 41 steals, and an OPS+ of 119 that represented his career-best offensive performance. That season perfectly captured his dual-threat capability that made him one of the most dynamic players of the 2000s.

Seven All-Star selections and four Silver Sluggers tell the story of sustained excellence across multiple positions and teams. While his .270 career average suggests a free-swinger, Soriano's ability to impact games through multiple offensive categories made him a cornerstone player wherever he landed.

Career Highs
.911
Best OPS · 2006
46
Most HR · 2006
108
Most RBI · 2012
.300
Best AVG · 2002
Career Arc · OPS
16 seasons
Statistical Comps

Career · Batting

16 seasons
YearTeamGABHRRBIAVGOPSOPS+
1999NYY9811.125.62580
2000NYY225023.180.55671
2001NYY1585741873.268.73697
2002NYY15669639102.300.880118
2003NYY1566823891.290.863114
2004TEX1456082891.280.807106
2005TEX15663736104.268.821110
2006WSH1596474695.277.911119
2007CHC1355793370.299.897118
2008CHC1094532975.280.876117
2009CHC1174772055.241.72697
2010CHC1474962479.258.818112
2011CHC1374752688.244.759105
2012CHC15156132108.262.821113
2013CHC15158134101.255.791111
2014NYY67226623.221.61187
Career197577504121159.270
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