Don Kainer
Born: 9/3/1955 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-09-06 | Final Game: 1980-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Donald Wayne Kainer
Biography
Don Kainer was a professional baseball player born in 1955, who had a brief but noteworthy stint in Major League Baseball. He played in the league during the 1980 season, appearing in a total of 4 games as a position player. Despite the challenges of breaking into the MLB during a competitive era, Kainer's determination and commitment to the sport allowed him to reach the pinnacle of baseball, even if only for a short time.
Throughout his career, Kainer faced significant obstacles, including the intense competition for roster spots and the pressure of performing at the highest level. His statistics reflect the difficulties he encountered on the field; he finished his major league career with 0 hits, 0 home runs, and an overall batting average of 0.0. Despite these challenges, Kainer's journey to the majors remains a testament to the perseverance required to pursue a professional baseball career. After his time in the MLB, Kainer continued to be involved in the sport, embodying the spirit of those who strive for greatness in baseball, regardless of their statistical outcomes.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.7 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 9 | 10 | 1.83 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.7 | 22 | 4 | 9 | 10 | 1.83 | 136.2 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | TEX | AL | 4 | 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 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | TEX | P | 4 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 4 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at Austin | Austin | TX | 1975, 1976, 1977 |