Kevin McReynolds, baseball player, 211 home runs, 1983-1994

Kevin McReynolds

Born: 10/16/1959 in Little Rock, AR, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-06-02 | Final Game: 1994-08-11

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Walter Kevin McReynolds

Biography

Kevin McReynolds was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1983 to 1994. Born in 1959, McReynolds made a significant impact during a time characterized by a transition in the game, as the sport began to embrace a more power-oriented style. Over his 12-year career, he played in 1,502 games and accumulated 1,439 hits, which included 211 home runs and 807 runs batted in (RBIs). His batting average stood at .265, and he also showcased his speed on the bases with 93 stolen bases. Known for his solid batting skills and versatile fielding, McReynolds played for several teams, including the New York Mets and the San Diego Padres. His ability to contribute both offensively and defensively made him a valuable asset to his teams. A key player during the late 1980s and early 1990s, McReynolds was part of the evolving landscape of baseball, which was marked by increased offensive production and a growing emphasis on power hitting. His contributions to the game have left a lasting legacy, and he remains a respected figure among fans and analysts alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1502 5423 727 1439 284 35 211 807 93 522 707 0.265 0.328 0.447 0.775 8137.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
11 38 6 10 2 0 3 8 6 6 0.263

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1988 NLCS NYN 7 28 4 7 2 0 2 4 3 5 0.250
1984 NLCS SDN 4 10 2 3 0 0 1 4 3 1 0.300

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1469 1428 3120 104 44 21

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 1069
Center Field 468
Right Field 29
Designated Hitter 2

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1988 Player of the Month September
1988 Player of the Week Week of 1988-09-23
1988 TSN All-Star OF
1986 Player of the Week Week of 1986-08-22

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1994 NYN NL $2,916,667
1993 KCA AL $3,666,667
1992 KCA AL $3,416,667
1991 NYN NL $2,266,667
1990 NYN NL $1,266,667
1989 NYN NL $1,966,666
1988 NYN NL $975,000
1987 NYN NL $625,000
1986 SDN NL $275,000
1985 SDN NL $150,000
Total Career Earnings $17,525,001

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Arkansas Fayetteville AR 1979, 1980, 1981

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1988 Most Valuable Player NL 3rd 162.0 336 4
1984 Most Valuable Player NL 17th 6.0 336 0