Jerry Kenney, baseball player, 1967-1973

Jerry Kenney

Born: 6/30/1945 in St. Louis, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1967-09-05 | Final Game: 1973-04-19

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Gerald Tennyson Kenney

Biography

Jerry Kenney was a professional baseball player born in 1945, who enjoyed a career spanning from 1967 to 1973. Primarily known as a position player, Kenney played in a total of 465 games, where he showcased his versatility on the field. Over the course of his career, he recorded 325 hits and demonstrated his speed on the bases by successfully stealing 59 bases. Kenney's offensive contributions included 7 home runs and 103 runs batted in, culminating in a batting average of .237. Playing during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, Kenney's career intersected with the late 1960s and early 1970s, an era characterized by the evolution of player skills and strategies. While he may not have been a household name, Kenney's consistent presence and ability to contribute on the field reflected the spirit of teamwork and resilience that defined many players of his time. His legacy persists not only in his statistical achievements but also in the memories of fans who witnessed his dedication to the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
465 1369 165 325 38 13 7 103 59 184 139 0.237 0.326 0.299 0.626 -2005.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 0 0 0 0
2B 7 6 12 19 0 2
3B 328 269 243 745 39 58
OF 31 31 66 2 0 1
SS 78 62 108 220 10 47

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 7
Third Base 329
Shortstop 78
Center Field 31