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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | CIN | NL | 22 | 19 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 0.158 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | CIN | NL | 89 | 157 | 22 | 40 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 4 | 31 | 28 | 0.255 | 61.6 |
| 1979 | CIN | NL | 83 | 220 | 29 | 60 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 4 | 28 | 31 | 0.273 | -179.2 |
| 1980 | CIN | NL | 104 | 337 | 31 | 88 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 34 | 3 | 36 | 34 | 0.261 | -475.3 |
| 1981 | CIN | NL | 27 | 44 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | CHC | NL | 105 | 242 | 22 | 53 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 25 | 1 | 21 | 34 | 0.219 | -1063.8 |
| 1983 | CHC | NL | 17 | 22 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.136 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | CIN | 2B | 17 | 1 | 10 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| 1974 | CIN | 3B | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | CIN | 2B | 71 | 41 | 94 | 138 | 5 | 27 |
| 1978 | CIN | 3B | 4 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1979 | CIN | 2B | 59 | 41 | 95 | 144 | 5 | 28 |
| 1979 | CIN | 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | CIN | SS | 5 | 5 | 10 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
| 1980 | CIN | 2B | 103 | 92 | 200 | 303 | 6 | 53 |
| 1981 | CIN | 2B | 16 | 8 | 21 | 27 | 1 | 8 |
| 1981 | CIN | 3B | 5 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CHN | 2B | 71 | 38 | 109 | 160 | 6 | 25 |
| 1982 | CHN | 3B | 7 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CHN | SS | 28 | 18 | 28 | 60 | 6 | 10 |
| 1983 | CHN | 2B | 7 | 4 | 11 | 17 | 0 | 3 |
| 1983 | CHN | 3B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | CHN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 343 |
| Third Base | 30 |
| Shortstop | 34 |