Gavin Lux is an American professional baseball player who plays for the Los Angeles Dodgers as a second baseman/shortstop in Major League Baseball. He was born on November 23, 1997, in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He attended Indian Trail High School and Academy in his hometown and excelled in baseball. Lux was named the Wisconsin baseball Gatorade Player of the Year in 2016 and received the Holy Rosary Sports Night Male Athlete of the Year Award.
Lux made his MLB debut on September 2, 2019, for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He has played primarily as a second baseman and shortstop for the Dodgers, contributing offensively and defensively to the team.
Gavin Lux Playoff Appearances
As of October 29th, 2024, Gavin Lux has played in 28 postseason games over five seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers, from 2019 to 2024. Since his MLB debut, Lux has shown his value on the postseason stage, contributing with both his bat and defensive versatility. In the 2024 postseason, Lux has already participated in 10 games, including two games in the World Series, and has hit a home run and played with a batting average of .172 throughout the postseason.
| Year | Team | League | Series | Opponent | Result | Games Played |
| 2019 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | NLDS | Washington Nationals | Loss | 4 |
| 2020 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | NLWC | Milwaukee Brewers | Win | Did not play |
| 2020 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | NLDS | San Diego Padres | Win | 1 |
| 2020 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | NLCS | Atlanta Braves | Win | Did not play |
| 2020 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | WS | Tampa Bay Rays | Win | Did not play |
| 2021 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | NLWC | St. Louis Cardinals | Win | 1 |
| 2021 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | NLDS | San Francisco Giants | Win | 5 |
| 2021 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | NLCS | Atlanta Braves | Loss | 3 |
| 2022 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | NLDS | San Diego Padres | Loss | 4 |
| 2024 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | NLDS | San Diego Padres | Win | 5 |
| 2024 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | NLCS | New York Mets | Win | 3 |
| 2024 | Los Angeles Dodgers | NL | WS | New York Yankees | — | 2 |
Gavin Lux's Playoff Wins
Gavin Lux has been part of five playoff series wins with the Los Angeles Dodgers, spanning various stages, including the National League Wild Card, Division Series, and League Championship Series. His first playoff win came in the 2020 National League Division Series and ultimately led to a World Series title. However, he did not play in the World Series. His most recent postseason victories were in 2024, helping the Dodgers advance through the NLDS and NLCS.
Gavin Lux's Playoff Losses
Lux has experienced four playoff series losses with the Dodgers, including tough matchups in the National League Division Series and Championship Series.
Gavin Lux's Playoff Records
Of 28 games played in the postseason, Gavin Lux has recorded two home runs, one during his debut season in 2019 and another in 2024. Across his playoff appearances, Lux has achieved five hits and holds a postseason batting average of .197.
Gavin Lux's MLB World Series Appearances and Records
Gavin Lux made his World Series debut in 2024 with the Los Angeles Dodgers, facing the New York Yankees. As of October 29, 2024, he has played two games in this series. Although he was part of the Dodgers' roster when they won the 2020 World Series, he did not play in any of those games.
FAQs on Gavin Lux
A. Lux made his MLB debut on September 2, 2019, with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
A. Lux attended Indian Trail High School in Kenosha, Wisconsin, where he excelled in baseball.
A. The Los Angeles Dodgers selected Gavin Lux in the first round of the 2016 MLB Draft.
A. Gavin Lux bats left-handed and throws right-handed.
