Junior Kennedy, baseball player, 1974-1983

Junior Kennedy

Born: 8/9/1950 in Fort Gibson, OK, USA

MLB Debut: 1974-08-09 | Final Game: 1983-07-17

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Junior Raymond Kennedy

Biography

Junior Kennedy, born in 1950, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1974 until 1983. Known for his versatility as a position player, Kennedy played in a total of 447 games throughout his career. He demonstrated a solid approach at the plate, finishing with 258 hits and a batting average of .248. His contributions included 4 home runs and 95 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to drive in runs during critical moments. Playing during an era characterized by a transition in offensive strategies, Kennedy's playing style was defined by consistent contact hitting and a focus on contributing to his team's success rather than power alone. His career also featured 12 stolen bases, reflecting a degree of speed and base-running acumen that added an important dynamic to his overall game. Though not a household name, Junior Kennedy's contributions to the teams he played for were significant in their respective seasons, and he remains a respected figure in the annals of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
447 1041 114 258 29 6 4 95 12 124 142 0.248 0.325 0.299 0.623 -1656.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 344 225 540 799 25 145
3B 29 11 7 22 0 1
SS 34 23 39 76 6 12

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 343
Third Base 30
Shortstop 34