Mike Kingery
Born: 3/29/1961 in St. James, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-07-07 | Final Game: 1996-09-15
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Michael Scott Kingery
Biography
Mike Kingery was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1986 to 1996. Born in 1961, Kingery played the majority of his career as a position player, appearing in 819 games across various teams. Throughout his time in the league, he accumulated 546 hits, 30 home runs, and 219 runs batted in, finishing his career with a batting average of .268. Known for his versatility, Kingery also showcased his speed on the bases, successfully stealing 45 bases during his tenure.
Kingery's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, bridging the tail end of the 1980s and the early 1990s, an era marked by the growing importance of athleticism and speed in the game. His ability to contribute both offensively and defensively made him a valued player for the teams he represented. As a strong competitor, Kingery left an indelible mark in the hearts of fans and teammates alike, embodying the spirit of a dedicated player committed to the craft of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 819 | 2034 | 292 | 546 | 108 | 26 | 30 | 219 | 45 | 191 | 248 | 0.268 | 0.330 | 0.391 | 0.721 | -752.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | KCR | AL | 62 | 209 | 25 | 54 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 14 | 7 | 12 | 30 | 0.258 | -267.8 |
| 1987 | SEA | AL | 120 | 354 | 38 | 99 | 25 | 4 | 9 | 52 | 7 | 27 | 43 | 0.280 | 179.3 |
| 1988 | SEA | AL | 57 | 123 | 21 | 25 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 19 | 23 | 0.203 | -266.1 |
| 1989 | SEA | AL | 31 | 76 | 14 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 0.224 | -127.1 |
| 1990 | SFG | NL | 105 | 207 | 24 | 61 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 24 | 6 | 12 | 19 | 0.295 | -180.7 |
| 1991 | SFG | NL | 91 | 110 | 13 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 15 | 21 | 0.182 | -516.6 |
| 1992 | OAK | AL | 12 | 28 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.107 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | COL | NL | 105 | 301 | 56 | 105 | 27 | 8 | 4 | 41 | 5 | 30 | 26 | 0.349 | 1260.5 |
| 1995 | COL | NL | 119 | 350 | 66 | 94 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 37 | 13 | 45 | 40 | 0.269 | 117.4 |
| 1996 | PIT | NL | 117 | 276 | 32 | 68 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 27 | 2 | 23 | 29 | 0.246 | -951.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | NLDS1 | COL | 4 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 22 | 5 | 65 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| OF | 672 | 469 | 1160 | 42 | 20 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | KCA | OF | 59 | 53 | 102 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| 1987 | SEA | OF | 114 | 97 | 226 | 15 | 2 | 3 |
| 1988 | SEA | 1B | 10 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1988 | SEA | OF | 44 | 32 | 85 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | SEA | OF | 23 | 19 | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | SFN | OF | 95 | 41 | 126 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
| 1991 | SFN | 1B | 6 | 2 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 1991 | SFN | OF | 38 | 9 | 39 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | OAK | OF | 10 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | COL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | COL | OF | 98 | 75 | 185 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| 1995 | COL | 1B | 5 | 2 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | COL | OF | 108 | 79 | 180 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 1996 | PIT | OF | 83 | 58 | 133 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 22 |
| Left Field | 68 |
| Center Field | 329 |
| Right Field | 292 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PIT | NL | $750,000 |
| 1995 | COL | NL | $700,000 |
| 1994 | COL | NL | $250,000 |
| 1991 | SFN | NL | $362,500 |
| 1990 | SEA | AL | $135,000 |
| 1988 | SEA | AL | $112,500 |
| 1986 | KCA | AL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,370,000 | ||