F/F SPOTLIGHT: Ian Desmond
Jul 17 2016
Sometimes, you just can’t predict ball.
Exhibit A over the past few seasons could be Ian Desmond (SS/OF, TEX). A third-round pick by the (then) Montreal Expos in 2004, Desmond made his MLB debut as a September call-up in 2009 and quickly became of the premier shortstops in the National League.
By his age-28 season in 2013, Desmond had already become one of just three SS in MLB history to post three straight 20/20 seasons; joining Alex Rodriguez (1997-99) and Hanley Ramírez (2007-10). A glance at Desmond’s first five MLB seasons unveils a steady middle infielder with consistent production in his prime:
Year BA R RBI HR SB 5x5 ==== ==== == === == == === 2010 .269 59 65 10 17 $13 2011 .253 65 49 8 25 ...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From Facts & Flukes
Mookie Betts' results have struggled in 2026. Also: Shota Imanaga, Manny Machado, Robbie Ray, and Alec Bohm.
Jun 16 2026 3:06am
Jun 16 2026 3:06am
Yandy Díaz is having a career year at age 34. Will it hold up? Plus Kyle Harrison, JJ Bleday, Christopher Sánchez, and Willson Contreras.
Jun 14 2026 3:08am
Jun 14 2026 3:08am
A look at Jarren Duran's 2026 returns, Reid Detmers' rotation transition, Jonathan Aranda's breakout in the making, and more.
Jun 11 2026 3:09am
Jun 11 2026 3:09am
James Wood has elevated his results in 2026. Also: Jacob Misiorowski, Spencer Horwitz, Colin Rea, Sal Frelick.
Jun 9 2026 3:06am
Jun 9 2026 3:06am
Riley Greene isn't hitting for much power but is making up for it with a high batting average. Should we expect this from him going forward? Plus, J.P. Crawford, Jeff McNeil, George Kirby, and Jeffrey Springs.
Jun 8 2026 3:05am
Jun 8 2026 3:05am
