Ken Huckaby, baseball player, 2001-2006

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

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

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