Keith Moreland, baseball player, 121 home runs, 1978-1989

Keith Moreland

Born: 5/2/1954 in Dallas, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1978-10-01 | Final Game: 1989-09-24

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Bobby Keith Moreland

Biography

Keith Moreland was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1978 to 1989. Born in 1954, Moreland played in a total of 1,306 games, showcasing his skill as a consistent hitter. He amassed 1,279 hits over his career with a commendable batting average of .279. Known for his power at the plate, he hit 121 home runs and drove in 674 runs, making significant contributions to his teams' offensive efforts. Additionally, Moreland displayed versatility and speed with 28 stolen bases, highlighting his well-rounded playing style. Moreland played during a dynamic era in baseball, witnessing the evolution of the game as it moved into the late 20th century. He was recognized for his ability to perform under pressure and contributed to several teams, including the Chicago Cubs and the Philadelphia Phillies. His ability to connect with fans and his commitment to the game left a lasting impact, as he became a respected figure in baseball history. Moreland's contributions both at the plate and in the field solidified his legacy as a reliable and talented player of his time.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1306 4581 511 1279 214 14 121 674 28 405 515 0.279 0.335 0.411 0.746 4003.5

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
14 44 6 16 2 0 1 7 2 3 0.364

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1984 NLCS CHN 5 18 3 6 2 0 0 2 1 1 0.333
1981 NEDIV PHI 4 13 2 6 0 0 1 3 1 1 0.462
1980 WS PHI 3 12 1 4 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.333
1980 NLCS PHI 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 160 142 1274 96 13 109
3B 220 200 140 389 46 35
C 169 137 796 77 19 12
OF 677 643 1083 48 24 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 169
First Base 160
Third Base 221
Left Field 119
Right Field 561
Designated Hitter 80

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1984 Player of the Month August

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1989 DET AL $1,483,333
1988 SDN NL $1,243,333
1987 CHN NL $1,043,333
1986 CHN NL $760,000
1985 CHN NL $865,000
Total Career Earnings $5,394,999

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Texas at Austin Austin TX 1973, 1974, 1975

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1985 Most Valuable Player NL 17th 8.0 336 0