Alan Knicely
Born: 5/19/1955 in Harrisonburg, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1979-08-12 | Final Game: 1986-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Alan Lee Knicely
Biography
Alan Knicely, born in 1955, was a professional baseball player who made his mark as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1979 to 1986. Over the course of his career, Knicely appeared in 228 games, showcasing his skills primarily as a utility player. He accumulated 111 hits and recorded 12 home runs, contributing to a total of 61 RBIs. Despite finishing his career with a batting average of .213, Knicely demonstrated resilience and versatility on the field.
Playing during an era characterized by the emergence of more specialized roles in baseball, Knicely's ability to adapt to various positions was valuable to his teams. In addition to his offensive contributions, he displayed speed with 1 stolen base, reflecting the athleticism that many players of his time aimed to incorporate into their game. Knicely's tenure in the majors, although not marked by overwhelming statistics, highlighted the importance of role players in the league, allowing him to leave a lasting impression in the hearts of fans and teammates alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 228 | 521 | 48 | 111 | 17 | 0 | 12 | 61 | 1 | 68 | 128 | 0.213 | 0.303 | 0.315 | 0.618 | -840.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | HOU | NL | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | HOU | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | HOU | NL | 3 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.571 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | HOU | NL | 59 | 133 | 10 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 14 | 30 | 0.188 | -595.5 |
| 1983 | CIN | NL | 59 | 98 | 11 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 16 | 28 | 0.224 | -100.2 |
| 1984 | CIN | NL | 10 | 29 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.138 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | CIN | NL | 48 | 158 | 17 | 40 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 26 | 0 | 16 | 34 | 0.253 | 42.5 |
| 1985 | PHI | NL | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 42.5 |
| 1986 | STL | NL | 34 | 82 | 8 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 17 | 21 | 0.195 | -186.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 40 | 31 | 249 | 22 | 2 | 27 |
| 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 108 | 75 | 468 | 41 | 11 | 4 |
| OF | 25 | 23 | 30 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | HOU | C | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | HOU | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | HOU | C | 2 | 1 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | HOU | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | HOU | C | 23 | 16 | 112 | 15 | 3 | 2 |
| 1982 | HOU | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | HOU | OF | 16 | 15 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | CIN | C | 31 | 15 | 108 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | CIN | 1B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | CIN | OF | 8 | 8 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1984 | CIN | C | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | CIN | 1B | 8 | 8 | 58 | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| 1985 | CIN | C | 46 | 42 | 231 | 13 | 8 | 1 |
| 1985 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1986 | SLN | C | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | SLN | 1B | 29 | 23 | 185 | 16 | 1 | 20 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 108 |
| First Base | 40 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 20 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | PHI | NL | $80,000 |
| 1985 | PHI | NL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $140,000 | ||