Ken Kravec
Born: 7/29/1951 in Cleveland, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1975-09-04 | Final Game: 1982-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Kenneth Peter Kravec
Biography
Ken Kravec was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1975 to 1982. Born in 1951, Kravec made his mark in Major League Baseball during a transformative period in the sport, marked by increasing player mobility and a shift in pitching styles. Over the course of his career, he played for several teams, showcasing his talents on the mound with a record of 43-56 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.47. Known for his versatility, Kravec was able to adapt his pitching approach, contributing both as a starter and in relief roles.
Throughout his time in the majors, Kravec accumulated a total of 557 strikeouts and recorded one save, reflecting his ability to miss bats and close out games when called upon. His playing style combined a competitive spirit with a solid work ethic, characteristics that endeared him to fans and teammates alike. Although Kravec's career statistics may not place him among the elite pitchers of his era, his contributions to the teams he played for during the late 1970s and early 1980s remain a testament to his dedication to the game.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 56 | 160 | 128 | 24 | 6 | 1 | 858.7 | 814 | 426 | 78 | 404 | 557 | 4.47 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.3 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 6.23 | - |
| 1976 | CHW | AL | 1 | 5 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 49.7 | 49 | 27 | 32 | 38 | 4.89 | - |
| 1977 | CHW | AL | 11 | 8 | 26 | 25 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 166.7 | 161 | 76 | 57 | 125 | 4.10 | - |
| 1978 | CHW | AL | 11 | 16 | 30 | 30 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 203.0 | 188 | 92 | 95 | 154 | 4.08 | - |
| 1979 | CHW | AL | 15 | 13 | 36 | 35 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 250.0 | 208 | 104 | 111 | 132 | 3.74 | - |
| 1980 | CHW | AL | 3 | 6 | 20 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 81.7 | 100 | 63 | 44 | 37 | 6.94 | - |
| 1981 | CHC | NL | 1 | 6 | 24 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 78.3 | 80 | 44 | 39 | 50 | 5.06 | - |
| 1982 | CHC | NL | 1 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25.0 | 27 | 17 | 18 | 20 | 6.12 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 161 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0.000 | 0.143 | 0.000 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | CHW | AL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | CHW | AL | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | CHW | AL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | CHW | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | CHW | AL | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | CHW | AL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | CHC | NL | 25 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | CHC | NL | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 160 | 128 | 32 | 129 | 7 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | CHA | P | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CHA | P | 9 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1977 | CHA | P | 26 | 25 | 6 | 26 | 1 | 2 |
| 1978 | CHA | P | 30 | 30 | 7 | 25 | 3 | 1 |
| 1979 | CHA | P | 36 | 35 | 8 | 35 | 1 | 1 |
| 1980 | CHA | P | 20 | 15 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | CHN | P | 24 | 12 | 3 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
| 1982 | CHN | P | 13 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 160 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland University | Ashland | OH | 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973 |