Ken Henderson, baseball player, 122 home runs, 1965-1980

Ken Henderson

Born: 6/15/1946 in Carroll, IA, USA

MLB Debut: 1965-04-23 | Final Game: 1980-07-19

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Kenneth Joseph Henderson

Biography

Ken Henderson was a professional baseball player born in 1946, who enjoyed a dynamic career spanning from 1965 until his retirement in 1980. As a versatile position player, Henderson showcased his talents over the course of 1,444 games, compiling a total of 1,168 hits and 122 home runs. His career batting average settled at .257, while he also contributed significantly with 576 RBIs and 86 stolen bases. Known for his speed on the bases and ability to drive in runs, he carved out a respectable place in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by a shift towards power hitting and increased offensive production. Henderson's career unfolded during a transition period in baseball, where traditional playing styles began to mix with new strategies. He played for several teams, mostly recognized for his stints in the outfield and as a reliable offensive contributor. His ability to combine speed with power made him a valuable asset to his teams and a player to watch during the late 1960s through the late 1970s. Today, Ken Henderson is remembered for his contributions to the game and the impact he had during a transformative era in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1444 4553 595 1168 216 26 122 576 86 589 763 0.257 0.343 0.396 0.739 6706.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 16 3 5 1 0 0 2 2 1 0.312

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1971 NLCS SFN 4 16 3 5 1 0 0 2 2 1 0.312

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 0 0 0 0
3B 3 3 0 2 0 0
OF 1252 1123 2552 68 61 15

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Third Base 3
Left Field 432
Center Field 532
Right Field 379
Designated Hitter 30

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1974 Most Valuable Player AL 19th 12.0 336 0