Kim Allen, baseball player, 1980-1981

Kim Allen

Born: 4/5/1953 in Fontana, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1980-09-02 | Final Game: 1981-09-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Kim Bryant Allen

Biography

Kim Allen, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1980 to 1981. Primarily serving as a position player, Allen appeared in 42 games during his brief time in Major League Baseball. He concluded his career with a batting average of .222, accumulating 12 hits and driving in 3 runs. Although he did not hit any home runs, Allen showcased his speed on the bases, finishing with 12 stolen bases, which highlighted his ability to disrupt opposing defenses. Allen's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the late 1970s and early 1980s witnessed shifts in player dynamics and team strategies. While his time in the league was relatively short, his contributions as a speedy base runner and his overall engagement in the game reflected the evolving nature of baseball during this era. Though he may not be a household name, Kim Allen's journey through the major leagues is a testament to the dedication and perseverance required to compete at the highest level of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
42 54 10 12 3 0 0 3 12 8 5 0.222 0.333 0.278 0.611 -46.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 17 12 23 42 2 8
OF 6 2 4 0 0 0
SS 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 17
Shortstop 1
Left Field 2
Center Field 2
Right Field 2
Designated Hitter 9

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of California - Riverside Riverside CA 1973, 1974, 1975