Kevin Hickey
Born: 2/25/1956 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 5/16/2012 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-04-14 | Final Game: 1991-07-06
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Kevin John Hickey
Biography
Kevin Hickey was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1981 to 1991. Born in 1956, he made his Major League Baseball debut in an era characterized by a transition in pitching styles and offensive strategies. With a career record of 9-14, Hickey showcased his skills primarily as a relief pitcher, finishing his tenure with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.91. Over the course of his career, he recorded 118 strikeouts and notched 17 saves, contributing significantly to his teams' efforts during his time on the mound.
Hickey's playing style was marked by a strong work ethic and versatility, allowing him to adapt to various roles within the pitching staff. He was known for his ability to enter high-pressure situations and maintain composure, a valuable trait for any relief pitcher. Although his overall win-loss record may not reflect dominance, Hickey's contributions in critical moments and his reliability as a late-inning option left a lasting impression on the teams he played for. His career spanned a decade, during which he became a respected figure within the game, embodying the spirit of perseverance that defines baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 14 | 231 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 232.7 | 213 | 101 | 21 | 101 | 118 | 3.91 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | CHW | AL | 0 | 2 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 44.3 | 38 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 3.65 | - |
| 1982 | CHW | AL | 4 | 4 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 78.0 | 73 | 26 | 30 | 38 | 3.00 | - |
| 1983 | CHW | AL | 1 | 2 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 20.7 | 23 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 5.23 | - |
| 1989 | BAL | AL | 2 | 3 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 49.3 | 38 | 16 | 23 | 28 | 2.92 | -208.5 |
| 1990 | BAL | AL | 1 | 3 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 26.3 | 26 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 5.13 | -409.0 |
| 1991 | BAL | AL | 1 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 15 | 14 | 6 | 10 | 9.00 | -557.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 231 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | CHW | AL | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | CHW | AL | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | CHW | AL | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | BAL | AL | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | BAL | AL | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1991 | BAL | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 231 | 0 | 13 | 45 | 1 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | CHA | P | 41 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CHA | P | 60 | 0 | 5 | 20 | 1 | 4 |
| 1983 | CHA | P | 23 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | BAL | P | 51 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | BAL | P | 37 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | BAL | P | 19 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 231 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | BAL | AL | $250,000 |
| 1989 | BAL | AL | $180,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $430,000 | ||