Ted Kubiak
Born: 5/12/1942 in New Brunswick, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-04-14 | Final Game: 1976-09-28
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Theodore Rodger Kubiak
Biography
Ted Kubiak, born in 1942, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1967 to 1976. Primarily known as a position player, Kubiak played in 977 games throughout his career, accumulating 565 hits, 13 home runs, and 202 RBIs. His batting average stood at .231, and he showcased his speed on the bases with a total of 13 stolen bases. Kubiak's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, which saw the sport evolve with the integration of players and a shift towards more athletic styles of play.
Kubiak's journey through the majors included time with several teams, where he was valued for his versatility and defensive capabilities. Although not a superstar in terms of offensive output, his contributions were significant in clutch moments, and he played a key role in the clubhouse as a steady presence. His playing style reflected the gritty determination of players from the late 1960s to the mid-1970s, a time when the game was marked by both traditional and emerging strategies. Ted Kubiak's legacy remains as a testament to the hardworking players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during a dynamic era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 977 | 2447 | 238 | 565 | 61 | 21 | 13 | 202 | 13 | 271 | 272 | 0.231 | 0.307 | 0.289 | 0.596 | -5425.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | KC1 | AL | 53 | 102 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 12 | 20 | 0.157 | -545.5 |
| 1968 | OAK | AL | 48 | 120 | 10 | 30 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 8 | 18 | 0.250 | -30.1 |
| 1969 | OAK | AL | 92 | 305 | 38 | 76 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 27 | 2 | 25 | 35 | 0.249 | -637.1 |
| 1970 | ATL | AL | 158 | 540 | 63 | 136 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 41 | 4 | 72 | 51 | 0.252 | -651.0 |
| 1971 | ATL | AL | 89 | 260 | 26 | 59 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 41 | 31 | 0.227 | -110.6 |
| 1971 | STL | NL | 32 | 72 | 8 | 18 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 11 | 12 | 0.250 | -110.6 |
| 1972 | OAK | AL | 51 | 94 | 14 | 17 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 0.181 | -399.1 |
| 1972 | TEX | AL | 46 | 116 | 5 | 26 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 12 | 0.224 | -399.1 |
| 1973 | OAK | AL | 106 | 182 | 15 | 40 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 12 | 19 | 0.220 | -630.7 |
| 1974 | OAK | AL | 99 | 220 | 22 | 46 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 18 | 15 | 0.209 | -1134.4 |
| 1975 | OAK | AL | 20 | 28 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | SDP | NL | 87 | 196 | 13 | 44 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 24 | 18 | 0.224 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | SDP | NL | 96 | 212 | 16 | 50 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 25 | 28 | 0.236 | -438.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | ALCS | OAK | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1973 | WS | OAK | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1972 | WS | OAK | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
| 1972 | ALCS | OAK | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 490 | 339 | 904 | 1001 | 37 | 230 |
| 3B | 121 | 78 | 70 | 192 | 13 | 18 |
| SS | 276 | 203 | 397 | 640 | 40 | 118 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | KC1 | 2B | 10 | 3 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 1967 | KC1 | 3B | 5 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| 1967 | KC1 | SS | 20 | 14 | 23 | 40 | 1 | 5 |
| 1968 | OAK | 2B | 24 | 19 | 43 | 49 | 7 | 9 |
| 1968 | OAK | SS | 12 | 9 | 17 | 29 | 4 | 4 |
| 1969 | OAK | 2B | 33 | 28 | 75 | 91 | 5 | 17 |
| 1969 | OAK | SS | 42 | 37 | 78 | 124 | 5 | 24 |
| 1970 | ML4 | 2B | 91 | 88 | 233 | 238 | 5 | 63 |
| 1970 | ML4 | SS | 73 | 68 | 128 | 174 | 14 | 35 |
| 1971 | ML4 | 2B | 48 | 45 | 119 | 115 | 7 | 23 |
| 1971 | ML4 | SS | 39 | 32 | 52 | 107 | 7 | 21 |
| 1971 | SLN | 2B | 14 | 12 | 25 | 33 | 2 | 4 |
| 1971 | SLN | SS | 17 | 4 | 24 | 23 | 2 | 4 |
| 1972 | OAK | 2B | 49 | 18 | 80 | 88 | 2 | 21 |
| 1972 | OAK | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1972 | TEX | 2B | 25 | 20 | 55 | 49 | 1 | 12 |
| 1972 | TEX | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1972 | TEX | SS | 15 | 9 | 21 | 27 | 1 | 4 |
| 1973 | OAK | 2B | 83 | 30 | 89 | 129 | 6 | 28 |
| 1973 | OAK | 3B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | OAK | SS | 26 | 11 | 28 | 56 | 2 | 13 |
| 1974 | OAK | 2B | 71 | 45 | 101 | 117 | 1 | 32 |
| 1974 | OAK | 3B | 14 | 9 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 2 |
| 1974 | OAK | SS | 19 | 12 | 18 | 40 | 3 | 4 |
| 1975 | OAK | 2B | 6 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1975 | OAK | 3B | 7 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | OAK | SS | 7 | 7 | 8 | 18 | 0 | 4 |
| 1975 | SDN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | SDN | 2B | 11 | 6 | 14 | 15 | 0 | 3 |
| 1975 | SDN | 3B | 64 | 43 | 36 | 110 | 7 | 9 |
| 1976 | SDN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | SDN | 2B | 25 | 25 | 56 | 61 | 1 | 16 |
| 1976 | SDN | 3B | 27 | 20 | 20 | 47 | 2 | 5 |
| 1976 | SDN | SS | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 2 |
| Second Base | 488 |
| Third Base | 122 |
| Shortstop | 277 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |