Jerry Kindall, baseball player, 1956-1965

Jerry Kindall

Born: 5/27/1935 in St. Paul, MN, USA

Died: 12/24/2017 in Tucson, AZ, USA

MLB Debut: 1956-07-01 | Final Game: 1965-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Gerald Donald Kindall

Biography

Jerry Kindall was a professional baseball player born in 1935, whose career spanned from 1956 until 1965. He played primarily as a position player, appearing in 742 games over the course of his time in Major League Baseball. Known for his tenacity on the field, Kindall recorded 439 hits, including 44 home runs, and drove in 198 runs. His batting average stood at .213, reflecting a career that was more defined by his contributions in the field and the grit he displayed throughout his professional journey rather than purely offensive statistics. Kindall's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, as the sport was evolving with the integration of players and shifts in playing style. Although he may not have been a household name, his presence in the league during the late 1950s and early 1960s contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball during that era. He also showcased speed on the basepaths, accumulating 17 stolen bases, which underscored his versatility as a player. After retiring in 1965, Kindall's legacy as a determined competitor remained, and he has since been remembered as a significant, if understated, 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
742 2057 211 439 83 9 44 198 17 145 535 0.213 0.266 0.327 0.593 -6649.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 28 7 84 11 1 7
2B 511 431 1065 1327 81 295
3B 29 18 13 34 3 2
SS 136 101 202 309 31 62

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 28
Second Base 510
Third Base 30
Shortstop 137

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Minnesota Minneapolis MN 1955, 1956