Kyle Alexander Lewis is an American professional baseball outfielder for the Seattle Mariners of Major League Baseball (MLB). Prior to his MLB debut, he played college baseball for the Mercer Bears.
For his 2016 performance at Mercer, Lewis was named an All-American, Baseball America’s 2016 College Player of the Year, and won the 2016 Golden Spikes Award. He was selected in the first round of the 2016 Major League Baseball draft by the Seattle Mariners.
Lewis made his major league debut in September 2019 and was unanimously selected as the 2020 American League Rookie of the Year.
In 2020, Lewis became the first Mariners player to be selected for the American League Rookie of the Year award since 2001, finishing the abbreviated season with a .262/.364/.437 slash line, 11 home runs, and 28 RBIs across 206 at-bats. He was awarded the title of American League Rookie of the Year by numerous other publications, including Sporting News.
On June 1, 2021, Lewis was placed on the injured list after suffering a right meniscus tear. He was placed on the 60-day injury list on June 18 and subsequently missed the rest of the season.
Kyle Lewis Contract, Salary
Kyle Lewis signed a 1 year / $757,900 contract with the Seattle Mariners, including $757,900 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $757,900. In 2022, Lewis will earn a base salary of $757,900, while carrying a total salary of $757,900.
Kyle Lewis’ Net Worth
Kyle Lewis has an estimated net worth of between $1 million to $3 million.