Kyle Abbott
Born: 2/18/1968 in Newburyport, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-09-10 | Final Game: 1996-08-24
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Lawrence Kyle Abbott
Biography
Kyle Abbott, born in 1968, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1991 to 1996. He made his Major League debut during a time when baseball was experiencing a shift towards more offensive play, and pitchers faced the challenge of adapting to a game that increasingly favored hitters. Over the course of his career, Abbott played for several teams, accumulating a record of 4-17 and an earned run average (ERA) of 5.2. His efforts on the mound resulted in a total of 124 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite the challenges he faced in achieving consistent success.
Abbott's career was marked by perseverance and a commitment to his craft in an era that saw the rise of power hitting and changing pitching strategies. While he did not record any saves throughout his time in the majors, his contributions to his teams were significant, particularly in a league where pitching depth was crucial. Abbott's journey through the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball included periods of both struggle and opportunity, illustrating the complexities and demands of professional sports during the 1990s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 17 | 57 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 185.3 | 207 | 107 | 26 | 79 | 124 | 5.20 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | LAA | AL | 1 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.7 | 22 | 10 | 13 | 12 | 4.58 | - |
| 1992 | PHI | NL | 1 | 14 | 31 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 133.3 | 147 | 76 | 45 | 88 | 5.13 | -2406.6 |
| 1995 | PHI | NL | 2 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28.3 | 28 | 12 | 16 | 21 | 3.81 | -171.3 |
| 1996 | LAA | AL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 10 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 20.25 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | 31 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 19 | 0.097 | 0.125 | 0.129 | 0.254 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | LAA | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | PHI | NL | 31 | 29 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 0.069 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | PHI | NL | 18 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | LAA | AL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 57 | 22 | 6 | 25 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | CAL | P | 5 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | PHI | P | 31 | 19 | 3 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | PHI | P | 18 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | CAL | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 57 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | PHI | NL | $150,000 |
| 1992 | PHI | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $259,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Long Beach | Long Beach | CA | 1989 |
| University of California - San Diego | La Jolla | CA | 1987, 1988 |