Wayne Kirby, baseball player, 1991-1998

Wayne Kirby

Born: 1/22/1964 in Williamsburg, VA, USA

MLB Debut: 1991-09-12 | Final Game: 1998-07-17

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Wayne Leonard Kirby

Biography

Wayne Kirby, born in 1964, was a professional baseball player who made his mark primarily as an outfielder during his career from 1991 to 1998. Kirby played a total of 516 games in Major League Baseball, showcasing his versatility and skill as a position player. Over the course of his career, he accumulated 302 hits and delivered 14 home runs, contributing 119 RBIs to his teams. Kirby maintained a batting average of .252, reflecting his consistent presence at the plate. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the bases, successfully stealing 44 bases throughout his time in the league. Kirby's career spanned a transformative era in baseball that saw shifts in playing styles and strategies. Known for his tenacity and ability to perform in various roles, he played for several teams, adapting to the demands of each and contributing to their success. While not a superstar, Kirby's dedication and all-around abilities made him a valuable asset in the dugout and on the field, earning respect among teammates and fans alike. His journey through the game exemplified the importance of role players in baseball history, making a lasting impact despite not being a household name.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
516 1198 183 302 51 9 14 119 44 98 168 0.252 0.309 0.345 0.654 -2391.7

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
14 15 3 3 0 0 0 0 2 2 0.200

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1996 NLDS1 LAN 3 8 1 1 0 0 0 0 2 1 0.125
1995 WS CLE 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000
1995 ALCS CLE 5 5 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.200
1995 ALDS1 CLE 3 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 398 265 654 28 13 8

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 39
Center Field 129
Right Field 245
Designated Hitter 21

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1997 LAN NL $450,000
1996 CLE AL $437,500
1995 CLE AL $362,500
1994 CLE AL $190,000
1993 CLE AL $123,000
1992 CLE AL $119,000
1991 CLE AL $100,000
Total Career Earnings $1,782,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Newport News Apprentice School Newport News VA 1983

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1993 Rookie of the Year AL 4th 12.0 140 0