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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | SEA | AL | 23 | 51 | 9 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 8 | 3 | 0.235 | -46.9 |
| 1981 | SEA | AL | 19 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | SEA | 2B | 15 | 12 | 23 | 42 | 2 | 8 |
| 1980 | SEA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | SEA | OF | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | SEA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | SEA | OF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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 |