Pat Kelly
Born: 10/14/1967 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-05-20 | Final Game: 1999-06-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Patrick Franklin Kelly
Biography
Pat Kelly was a professional baseball player born in 1967, who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1991 until his retirement in 1999. Over the course of his career, Kelly demonstrated versatility as a position player, appearing in 681 games across multiple teams. He compiled a total of 495 hits, which included 36 home runs and 217 runs batted in (RBIs), while maintaining a career batting average of .249. Known for his speed, he also successfully stole 61 bases, showcasing his ability to impact the game on the bases.
Kelly played during a transitional era in baseball, navigating through the early years of the 1990s when the game was evolving with the introduction of more specialized roles and the increasing emphasis on power hitting. His contributions on the field, combined with his aggressive base-running style, made him a valuable asset to his teams. Although not a household name, Pat Kelly's career reflects the dedication and skill of players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the late 20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 681 | 1988 | 253 | 495 | 109 | 11 | 36 | 217 | 61 | 145 | 425 | 0.249 | 0.307 | 0.369 | 0.677 | -3130.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | NYY | AL | 96 | 298 | 35 | 72 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 23 | 12 | 15 | 52 | 0.242 | -681.0 |
| 1992 | NYY | AL | 106 | 318 | 38 | 72 | 22 | 2 | 7 | 27 | 8 | 25 | 72 | 0.226 | -243.6 |
| 1993 | NYY | AL | 127 | 406 | 49 | 111 | 24 | 1 | 7 | 51 | 14 | 24 | 68 | 0.273 | -395.2 |
| 1994 | NYY | AL | 93 | 286 | 35 | 80 | 21 | 2 | 3 | 41 | 6 | 19 | 51 | 0.280 | -300.0 |
| 1995 | NYY | AL | 89 | 270 | 32 | 64 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 29 | 8 | 23 | 65 | 0.237 | -779.5 |
| 1996 | NYY | AL | 13 | 21 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1997 | NYY | AL | 67 | 120 | 25 | 29 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 37 | 0.242 | -210.1 |
| 1998 | STL | NL | 53 | 153 | 18 | 33 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 5 | 13 | 48 | 0.216 | -529.4 |
| 1999 | TOR | AL | 37 | 116 | 17 | 31 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 20 | 0 | 10 | 23 | 0.267 | 8.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | ALDS2 | NYA | 5 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 559 | 503 | 1034 | 1542 | 61 | 351 |
| 3B | 80 | 77 | 43 | 157 | 16 | 14 |
| OF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | NYA | 2B | 19 | 14 | 35 | 47 | 2 | 15 |
| 1991 | NYA | 3B | 80 | 77 | 43 | 157 | 16 | 14 |
| 1992 | NYA | 2B | 101 | 98 | 203 | 296 | 11 | 64 |
| 1993 | NYA | 2B | 125 | 119 | 245 | 369 | 14 | 84 |
| 1994 | NYA | 2B | 93 | 86 | 180 | 258 | 10 | 70 |
| 1995 | NYA | 2B | 87 | 83 | 161 | 256 | 7 | 54 |
| 1996 | NYA | 2B | 10 | 5 | 8 | 24 | 1 | 3 |
| 1997 | NYA | 2B | 48 | 31 | 63 | 92 | 3 | 26 |
| 1998 | SLN | 2B | 41 | 35 | 79 | 108 | 7 | 18 |
| 1998 | SLN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | SLN | OF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | TOR | 2B | 35 | 32 | 60 | 92 | 6 | 17 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 559 |
| Third Base | 80 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Left Field | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 23 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | SLN | NL | $325,000 |
| 1997 | NYA | AL | $1,100,000 |
| 1996 | NYA | AL | $900,000 |
| 1995 | NYA | AL | $1,085,000 |
| 1994 | NYA | AL | $810,000 |
| 1993 | NYA | AL | $160,000 |
| 1992 | NYA | AL | $147,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,527,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Chester University of Pennsylvania | West Chester | PA | 1986, 1987, 1988 |