Josh Kinney
Born: 3/31/1979 in Coudersport, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 2006-07-03 | Final Game: 2012-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Joshua Thomas Kinney
Biography
Josh Kinney, born in 1979, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2006 to 2012. Known for his resilience on the mound, Kinney played a significant role in the bullpen during his time in Major League Baseball. He made his debut on July 3, 2006, and showcased a competitive spirit that earned him a spot in the league. Over his career, Kinney recorded a win-loss record of 1-3 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 4.73, striking out 94 batters while achieving one save.
Kinney's playing style reflected the evolving nature of pitching during his era, characterized by a blend of power and precision. He contributed to various teams, demonstrating adaptability and reliability in high-pressure situations. Though his career spanned a relatively brief period, Kinney's dedication and performance left an impression on fans and teammates alike, marking his presence in the competitive landscape of Major League Baseball during the late 2000s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 93 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 97.0 | 90 | 51 | 9 | 42 | 94 | 4.73 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.0 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 22 | 3.24 | - |
| 2008 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.00 | - |
| 2009 | STL | NL | 1 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.3 | 23 | 15 | 11 | 8 | 8.80 | - |
| 2011 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.7 | 23 | 13 | 7 | 20 | 6.62 | - |
| 2012 | SEA | AL | 0 | 3 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 32.0 | 24 | 14 | 15 | 36 | 3.94 | 212.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | STL | NL | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | STL | NL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | STL | NL | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2011 | CHW | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | SEA | AL | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | NLCS | SLN | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2006 | WS | SLN | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
| 2006 | NLDS2 | SLN | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | NLCS | SLN | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.00 |
| 2006 | NLDS2 | SLN | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.00 |
| 2006 | WS | SLN | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 93 | 0 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | SLN | P | 21 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | SLN | P | 7 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | SLN | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | CHA | P | 13 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | SEA | P | 35 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 93 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | SLN | NL | $405,000 |
| 2008 | SLN | NL | $390,000 |
| 2007 | SLN | NL | $382,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,177,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quincy University | Quincy | IL | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |