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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | NYY | AL | 20 | 58 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 0.310 | 245.6 |
| 1969 | NYY | AL | 130 | 447 | 49 | 115 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 34 | 25 | 48 | 36 | 0.257 | -526.4 |
| 1970 | NYY | AL | 140 | 404 | 46 | 78 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 35 | 20 | 52 | 44 | 0.193 | -1616.4 |
| 1971 | NYY | AL | 120 | 325 | 50 | 85 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 20 | 9 | 56 | 38 | 0.262 | 215.8 |
| 1972 | NYY | AL | 50 | 119 | 16 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 16 | 13 | 0.210 | -324.5 |
| 1973 | CLE | AL | 5 | 16 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | NYA | SS | 18 | 17 | 29 | 50 | 4 | 5 |
| 1969 | NYA | 3B | 83 | 74 | 63 | 207 | 7 | 20 |
| 1969 | NYA | SS | 10 | 9 | 17 | 27 | 0 | 8 |
| 1969 | NYA | OF | 31 | 31 | 66 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1970 | NYA | 2B | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1970 | NYA | 3B | 135 | 107 | 111 | 300 | 17 | 18 |
| 1971 | NYA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | NYA | 3B | 109 | 88 | 69 | 237 | 15 | 20 |
| 1971 | NYA | SS | 5 | 3 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 4 |
| 1972 | NYA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | NYA | SS | 45 | 33 | 57 | 131 | 6 | 30 |
| 1973 | CLE | 2B | 5 | 4 | 9 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 7 |
| Third Base | 329 |
| Shortstop | 78 |
| Center Field | 31 |