Alex Gordon Stats
- Height / Weight
- 6' 1" / 225 lbs.
- Date of Birth (Age)
- 2/10/1984 (40)
- Experience
- 13
- College
- Nebraska
Alex Gordon Season Stats
Last 10 Games
Alex Gordon News
Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon, who announced his retirement at the end of the 2020 season, won his eighth and final Gold Glove award on Tuesday. The 36-year-old finished off his career by winning a Gold Glove in four straight seasons. The other American League winners included Seattle Mariners first baseman Evan White, Cleveland Indians second baseman Cesar Hernandez, Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford, Texas Rangers third baseman Isiah Kiner-Falefa, Chicago White Sox center fielder Luis Robert, Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo, Indians catcher Roberto Perez and Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Griffin Canning.
Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon announced on Thursday that he will retire from the MLB after the 2020 season. The 36-year-old Gordon spent the entirety of his 14-year career with the Royals. Through 46 games this year, Gordon is slashing .211/.298/.316 with four home runs, 11 RBI and 15 runs. His career-best statistical season came in 2011 when he hit .303 with 23 home runs. He also helped the Royals win a World Series Championship in 2015. Sunday's game against the Detroit Tigers will be Gordon's final MLB game.
Kansas City Royals outfielder Alex Gordon has been a staple of the franchise since 2007, but manager Mike Matheny is reportedly eyeing the possibility of getting younger players into the lineup with an increased frequency. Gordon had mulled retirement in the off-season, but ultimately returned on a one-year deal; to this point, he is slashing .175/.254/.263 through his first 18 games. With Bubba Starling activated off the IL on Friday, that makes another outfielder to compete with Gordon for playing time moving forward. On his own merit, Gordon was likely a stretch for most season-long formats, but with KC possibly reducing his role, he can remain on the waiver wire for the time being.