Bobby Kielty
Born: 8/5/1976 in Fontana, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-04-10 | Final Game: 2007-09-30
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: Robert Michael Kielty
Biography
Bobby Kielty was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2001 to 2007. Born in 1976, Kielty's career spanned over six seasons, during which he played in 599 games. He was known for his versatility as a position player, contributing both offensively and defensively to his teams. Over the course of his career, Kielty recorded 456 hits, 53 home runs, and 253 RBIs, boasting a career batting average of .254. In addition to his power hitting, he showcased speed on the bases, accumulating 21 stolen bases.
Kielty played in an era characterized by a strong emphasis on offensive production, navigating the transition from the early 2000s into a time when power hitters were increasingly celebrated. He played for several teams, notably the Toronto Blue Jays, Minnesota Twins, and Oakland Athletics, where he became known for his ability to perform in key moments. His contributions to the game were marked not only by his statistics but also by his ability to adapt and excel in various roles, making him a valuable asset to any team he joined.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 599 | 1792 | 257 | 456 | 105 | 6 | 53 | 253 | 21 | 246 | 372 | 0.254 | 0.348 | 0.408 | 0.757 | 760.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MIN | AL | 37 | 104 | 8 | 26 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 3 | 8 | 25 | 0.250 | -244.8 |
| 2002 | MIN | AL | 112 | 289 | 49 | 84 | 14 | 3 | 12 | 46 | 4 | 52 | 66 | 0.291 | 1285.4 |
| 2003 | MIN | AL | 75 | 238 | 40 | 60 | 13 | 0 | 9 | 32 | 6 | 42 | 56 | 0.252 | 341.2 |
| 2003 | TOR | AL | 62 | 189 | 31 | 44 | 13 | 1 | 4 | 25 | 2 | 29 | 36 | 0.233 | 341.2 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | 83 | 238 | 29 | 51 | 14 | 1 | 7 | 31 | 1 | 35 | 47 | 0.214 | -388.4 |
| 2005 | OAK | AL | 116 | 377 | 55 | 99 | 20 | 0 | 10 | 57 | 3 | 50 | 67 | 0.263 | 90.0 |
| 2006 | OAK | AL | 81 | 270 | 35 | 73 | 20 | 1 | 8 | 36 | 2 | 22 | 49 | 0.270 | -15.3 |
| 2007 | BOS | AL | 20 | 52 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 0.231 | -182.2 |
| 2007 | OAK | AL | 13 | 35 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0.200 | -182.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 15 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 0.200 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | WS | BOS | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 2007 | ALCS | BOS | 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0.400 |
| 2006 | ALCS | OAK | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2002 | ALCS | MIN | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 |
| 2002 | ALDS2 | MIN | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 8 | 6 | 46 | 4 | 0 | 6 |
| OF | 478 | 398 | 817 | 20 | 11 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MIN | OF | 34 | 28 | 63 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 2002 | MIN | 1B | 5 | 4 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| 2002 | MIN | OF | 82 | 63 | 159 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | MIN | OF | 36 | 34 | 68 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 | TOR | 1B | 3 | 2 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2003 | TOR | OF | 60 | 48 | 87 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | OAK | OF | 67 | 50 | 97 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | OAK | OF | 96 | 89 | 166 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 | OAK | OF | 73 | 67 | 136 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 | BOS | OF | 20 | 11 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | OAK | OF | 10 | 8 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 8 |
| Left Field | 189 |
| Center Field | 49 |
| Right Field | 267 |
| Designated Hitter | 76 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | OAK | AL | $2,100,000 |
| 2005 | OAK | AL | $875,000 |
| 2004 | OAK | AL | $347,500 |
| 2003 | MIN | AL | $325,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $3,647,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Community College | Riverside | CA | 1996, 1997 |
| University of Mississippi | Oxford | MS | 1998 |
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1995 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 4th | 5.0 | 140 | 0 |