Ken Landreaux
Born: 12/22/1954 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1977-09-11 | Final Game: 1987-10-04
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Kenneth Francis Landreaux
Biography
Ken Landreaux, born in 1954, was a talented position player whose professional baseball career spanned from 1977 to 1987. Over the course of 1,264 games, Landreaux showcased his skills as a reliable hitter and an adept base runner. He recorded 1,099 hits, hit 91 home runs, and drove in 479 runs, all while maintaining a batting average of .268. His speed on the bases was evidenced by his 145 stolen bases, highlighting his ability to impact the game both offensively and defensively.
Landreaux's career was marked by his All-Star selection, which recognized his contributions to the teams he played for during a competitive era in Major League Baseball. Known for his solid hitting and versatility in the outfield, he was a key player for franchises such as the California Angels and the Minnesota Twins. His ability to perform in crucial moments and his consistent play made him a respected figure in the game, contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the 1970s and 1980s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1264 | 4101 | 522 | 1099 | 180 | 45 | 91 | 479 | 145 | 299 | 421 | 0.268 | 0.317 | 0.400 | 0.718 | -234.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | LAA | AL | 23 | 76 | 6 | 19 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 0.250 | -167.8 |
| 1978 | LAA | AL | 93 | 260 | 37 | 58 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 23 | 7 | 20 | 20 | 0.223 | -517.9 |
| 1979 | MIN | AL | 151 | 564 | 81 | 172 | 27 | 5 | 15 | 83 | 10 | 37 | 57 | 0.305 | 1007.9 |
| 1980 | MIN | AL | 129 | 484 | 56 | 136 | 23 | 11 | 7 | 62 | 8 | 39 | 42 | 0.281 | 390.4 |
| 1981 | LAD | NL | 99 | 390 | 48 | 98 | 16 | 4 | 7 | 41 | 18 | 25 | 42 | 0.251 | -319.3 |
| 1982 | LAD | NL | 129 | 461 | 71 | 131 | 23 | 7 | 7 | 50 | 31 | 39 | 54 | 0.284 | 444.7 |
| 1983 | LAD | NL | 141 | 481 | 63 | 135 | 25 | 3 | 17 | 66 | 30 | 34 | 52 | 0.281 | 739.5 |
| 1984 | LAD | NL | 134 | 438 | 39 | 110 | 11 | 5 | 11 | 47 | 10 | 29 | 35 | 0.251 | -563.7 |
| 1985 | LAD | NL | 147 | 482 | 70 | 129 | 26 | 2 | 12 | 50 | 15 | 33 | 37 | 0.268 | -123.2 |
| 1986 | LAD | NL | 103 | 283 | 34 | 74 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 29 | 10 | 22 | 39 | 0.261 | -364.5 |
| 1987 | LAD | NL | 115 | 182 | 17 | 37 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 23 | 5 | 16 | 28 | 0.203 | -760.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 68 | 6 | 15 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 0.221 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | NLCS | LAN | 5 | 18 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.389 |
| 1983 | NLCS | LAN | 4 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.143 |
| 1981 | NWDIV | LAN | 5 | 20 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 |
| 1981 | WS | LAN | 5 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 |
| 1981 | NLCS | LAN | 5 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.100 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1138 | 982 | 2206 | 57 | 44 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | CAL | OF | 22 | 21 | 59 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| 1978 | CAL | OF | 83 | 57 | 138 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1979 | MIN | OF | 147 | 139 | 292 | 10 | 6 | 1 |
| 1980 | MIN | OF | 120 | 117 | 231 | 8 | 6 | 0 |
| 1981 | LAN | OF | 95 | 94 | 210 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | LAN | OF | 117 | 111 | 281 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 1983 | LAN | OF | 137 | 125 | 299 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1984 | LAN | OF | 129 | 107 | 212 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| 1985 | LAN | OF | 140 | 115 | 267 | 4 | 7 | 1 |
| 1986 | LAN | OF | 85 | 62 | 145 | 5 | 7 | 0 |
| 1987 | LAN | OF | 63 | 34 | 72 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 199 |
| Center Field | 857 |
| Right Field | 105 |
| Designated Hitter | 10 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | LAN | NL | $737,500 |
| 1986 | LAN | NL | $637,500 |
| 1985 | LAN | NL | $537,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,912,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 1974, 1975, 1976 |