Kerry Dineen
Born: 7/1/1952 in Englewood, NJ, USA
Died: 11/21/2015 in Henderson, NV, USA
MLB Debut: 1975-06-14 | Final Game: 1978-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Kerry Michael Dineen
Biography
Kerry Dineen was a professional baseball player born in 1952 who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1975 until 1978. Over the course of his brief career, Dineen appeared in 16 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a utility player. His offensive contributions included 12 hits, resulting in a notable batting average of .324, which reflected his ability to make consistent contact at the plate during his time in the league. While he did not hit any home runs, he recorded 2 RBIs and displayed some speed by stealing 1 base.
Dineen's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, bridging the gap between the end of the deadball era and the rise of more power-oriented play in the late 1970s. Though his time in the major leagues was limited, Dineen's performance exemplified the type of versatile player that teams often relied on for strategic matchups and depth. His contributions, while modest in volume, contributed to the fabric of the teams he played for and reflected the dynamics of the game during that era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 37 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0.324 | 0.390 | 0.378 | 0.769 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | NYY | AL | 7 | 22 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.364 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | NYY | AL | 4 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | PHI | NL | 5 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 12 | 9 | 29 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | NYA | OF | 7 | 6 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | NYA | OF | 4 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1978 | PHI | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 1 |
| Center Field | 9 |
| Right Field | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Diego | San Diego | CA | 1971, 1972, 1973 |