Kelvin Moore
Born: 9/26/1957 in Leroy, AL, USA
Died: 11/9/2014 in Covington, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-08-28 | Final Game: 1983-06-02
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Kelvin Orlando Moore
Biography
Kelvin Moore was a professional baseball player born in 1957, whose career spanned from 1981 to 1983. Primarily a position player, Moore played in a total of 76 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 53 hits and demonstrated his power at the plate with 8 home runs, contributing 25 runs batted in. Throughout his career, he maintained a batting average of .223 and showcased some speed on the bases with 3 stolen bases.
Moore's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by a blend of old-school fundamentals and the evolving strategies of the early 1980s. While he may not have achieved the same level of acclaim as some of his contemporaries, his contributions on the field reflected the grit and determination that defined many players of that era. Moore's journey through the league is a testament to the diverse paths athletes take in professional sports, and while his time in the spotlight was brief, it remains a part of baseball's rich tapestry.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 238 | 23 | 53 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 25 | 3 | 18 | 77 | 0.223 | 0.277 | 0.361 | 0.638 | -439.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | OAK | AL | 14 | 47 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 0.255 | 6.0 |
| 1982 | OAK | AL | 21 | 67 | 6 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 23 | 0.224 | -196.6 |
| 1983 | OAK | AL | 41 | 124 | 12 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 2 | 10 | 39 | 0.210 | -249.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.125 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | ALCS | OAK | 3 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 |
| 1981 | AWDIV | OAK | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 73 | 66 | 515 | 32 | 6 | 56 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | OAK | 1B | 13 | 13 | 99 | 7 | 0 | 9 |
| 1982 | OAK | 1B | 20 | 17 | 123 | 9 | 4 | 9 |
| 1983 | OAK | 1B | 40 | 36 | 293 | 16 | 2 | 38 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 73 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson State University | Jackson | MS | 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |