Ken Huckaby
Born: 1/27/1971 in San Leandro, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-10-06 | Final Game: 2006-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Kenneth Paul Huckaby
Biography
Ken Huckaby was a professional baseball player born in 1971, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2001 to 2006. Over the course of his career, Huckaby appeared in 161 games, primarily serving as a catcher. Throughout his time in the league, he demonstrated solid defensive skills behind the plate, which contributed to his teams' overall performance. Offensively, he recorded 95 hits and finished with a batting average of .222. His contributions included 3 home runs and 31 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to support the lineup in critical moments.
Huckaby's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by increasing offensive output throughout the sport. While he may not have been a household name, his role as a reliable backup catcher was vital for the teams he played for during his tenure. His experience in the league allowed him to be an asset in both the clubhouse and on the field, particularly as he navigated the challenges of competing in an era that began to see the rise of more specialized roles within the game. Huckaby's dedication to his craft and his contributions to his teams remain a part of his legacy in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 161 | 427 | 42 | 95 | 14 | 1 | 3 | 31 | 0 | 19 | 78 | 0.222 | 0.256 | 0.281 | 0.537 | -1684.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | AZ | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | TOR | AL | 88 | 273 | 29 | 67 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 22 | 0 | 9 | 44 | 0.245 | -1188.3 |
| 2003 | TOR | AL | 5 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | BAL | AL | 8 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | TEX | AL | 8 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | TEX | AL | 8 | 25 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | TOR | AL | 35 | 87 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 19 | 0.207 | -496.2 |
| 2006 | BOS | AL | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 160 | 124 | 800 | 57 | 8 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ARI | C | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | TOR | C | 88 | 77 | 494 | 31 | 6 | 10 |
| 2003 | TOR | C | 4 | 3 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | BAL | C | 8 | 4 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | TEX | C | 8 | 4 | 52 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | TEX | C | 8 | 8 | 52 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | TOR | C | 35 | 27 | 144 | 11 | 2 | 1 |
| 2006 | BOS | C | 8 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 160 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TOR | AL | $313,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $313,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Joaquin Delta College | Stockton | CA | 1990, 1991 |