Mike Kreevich, baseball player, 1931-1945

Mike Kreevich

Born: 6/10/1908 in Mount Olive, IL, USA

Died: 4/25/1994 in Pana, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1931-09-07 | Final Game: 1945-09-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 168 lbs

Full name: Michael Andreas Kreevich

Biography

Mike Kreevich was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1931 until 1945. Born in 1908, Kreevich made his mark during an era characterized by significant changes in the game, including the transition away from the deadball era and the growing influence of power hitters. Over his 14-year career, he played in 1,241 games and amassed a total of 1,321 hits, contributing a solid batting average of .283. Kreevich was known for his well-rounded offensive skills, evidenced by his 45 home runs and 514 runs batted in, alongside a notable 115 stolen bases that showcased his speed on the basepaths. In addition to his impressive statistics, Kreevich's career included an All-Star selection, recognizing him as one of the top players of his time. He played with determination and a competitive spirit, making significant contributions to the teams he represented throughout his career. Kreevich's legacy remains one of a reliable and skilled player who navigated the challenges of a rapidly evolving game, leaving an indelible mark on baseball history before his retirement in 1945.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1241 4676 676 1321 221 75 45 514 115 446 339 0.283 0.346 0.391 0.737 2237.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
6 26 0 6 3 0 0 0 0 5 0.231

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1944 WS SLA 6 26 0 6 3 0 0 0 0 5 0.231

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 10 0 14 12 1 0
OF 1177 0 3304 93 64 21

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 10
Left Field 28
Center Field 1096
Right Field 67

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1944 Most Valuable Player AL 26th 4.0 336 0
1939 Most Valuable Player AL 10th 38.0 336 1
1937 Most Valuable Player AL 10th 13.0 80 0