Ken Boswell
Born: 2/23/1946 in Austin, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-09-18 | Final Game: 1977-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Kenneth George Boswell
Biography
Ken Boswell was a professional baseball player born in 1946, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1967 to 1977. Primarily playing as a position player, Boswell appeared in 930 games over the course of his career. He was known for his versatility on the field, contributing both offensively and defensively to the teams he played for. With a career batting average of .248, he recorded 625 hits, including 31 home runs and 244 RBIs. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases, stealing 27 bases throughout his time in the league.
Boswell's career spanned a transformative period in baseball, navigating through the late 1960s and into the 1970s, an era marked by significant changes in both player dynamics and the game itself. His ability to adapt to different roles and contribute in various capacities made him a valuable asset to his teams. Though he may not have garnered the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Boswell's work ethic and contributions to the game remain a testament to the spirit of baseball during a dynamic era. He concluded his playing days on October 1, 1977, leaving behind a legacy that resonates with those who appreciate the subtleties and challenges of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 930 | 2517 | 266 | 625 | 91 | 19 | 31 | 244 | 27 | 240 | 239 | 0.248 | 0.313 | 0.337 | 0.650 | -2167.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | NYN | NL | 11 | 40 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.225 | 0.0 |
| 1968 | NYN | NL | 75 | 284 | 37 | 74 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 7 | 16 | 27 | 0.261 | -10.6 |
| 1969 | NYN | NL | 102 | 362 | 48 | 101 | 14 | 7 | 3 | 32 | 7 | 36 | 47 | 0.279 | 380.2 |
| 1970 | NYN | NL | 105 | 351 | 32 | 89 | 13 | 2 | 5 | 44 | 5 | 41 | 32 | 0.254 | -286.4 |
| 1971 | NYN | NL | 116 | 392 | 46 | 107 | 20 | 1 | 5 | 40 | 5 | 36 | 31 | 0.273 | 218.2 |
| 1972 | NYN | NL | 100 | 355 | 35 | 75 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 33 | 2 | 32 | 35 | 0.211 | -721.8 |
| 1973 | NYN | NL | 76 | 110 | 12 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 12 | 11 | 0.227 | -213.8 |
| 1974 | NYN | NL | 96 | 222 | 19 | 48 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 18 | 19 | 0.216 | -792.1 |
| 1975 | HOU | NL | 86 | 178 | 16 | 43 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 30 | 12 | 0.242 | -121.2 |
| 1976 | HOU | NL | 91 | 126 | 12 | 33 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 0.262 | -162.0 |
| 1977 | HOU | NL | 72 | 97 | 7 | 21 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 10 | 12 | 0.216 | -457.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 19 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0.421 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | NLCS | NYN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1973 | WS | NYN | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 1969 | WS | NYN | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
| 1969 | NLCS | NYN | 3 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 566 | 500 | 1108 | 1280 | 52 | 280 |
| 3B | 82 | 68 | 41 | 150 | 13 | 17 |
| OF | 8 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | NYN | 2B | 6 | 6 | 10 | 24 | 1 | 3 |
| 1967 | NYN | 3B | 4 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 2 |
| 1968 | NYN | 2B | 69 | 67 | 154 | 203 | 13 | 37 |
| 1969 | NYN | 2B | 96 | 91 | 190 | 229 | 18 | 51 |
| 1970 | NYN | 2B | 101 | 93 | 204 | 244 | 2 | 49 |
| 1971 | NYN | 2B | 109 | 101 | 191 | 234 | 12 | 56 |
| 1972 | NYN | 2B | 94 | 89 | 208 | 183 | 4 | 53 |
| 1973 | NYN | 2B | 3 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1973 | NYN | 3B | 17 | 13 | 7 | 29 | 1 | 3 |
| 1974 | NYN | 2B | 28 | 25 | 69 | 63 | 0 | 11 |
| 1974 | NYN | 3B | 20 | 15 | 11 | 48 | 5 | 6 |
| 1974 | NYN | OF | 7 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1975 | HOU | 2B | 31 | 18 | 40 | 65 | 1 | 11 |
| 1975 | HOU | 3B | 23 | 20 | 14 | 38 | 5 | 2 |
| 1976 | HOU | 2B | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | HOU | 3B | 16 | 15 | 7 | 21 | 2 | 4 |
| 1976 | HOU | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | HOU | 2B | 26 | 9 | 33 | 31 | 0 | 9 |
| 1977 | HOU | 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 567 |
| Third Base | 82 |
| Left Field | 3 |
| Right Field | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University | Huntsville | TX | 1965 |