Kevin Newman
Born: 8/4/1993 in Poway, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2018-08-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Kevin Bradley Newman
Biography
Kevin Newman is an active professional baseball player born in 1993, who has made his mark in Major League Baseball since his debut on August 16, 2018. Primarily playing as a position player, Newman showcases a combination of skill and versatility on the field. Over the course of his career, he has appeared in 616 games, accumulating 539 hits and demonstrating a solid batting average of .262. His offensive contributions include 26 home runs and 199 RBIs, highlighting his ability to drive in runs and contribute to his team's success.
Newman is also known for his speed on the basepaths, evidenced by his 46 stolen bases, which adds an exciting dynamic to his playing style. As he continues his career, he remains an integral part of his team's lineup, embodying the competitive spirit of modern baseball. Operating in an era characterized by advanced analytics and an emphasis on both offensive and defensive skills, Newman represents the evolving nature of the game, where players are increasingly expected to excel in multiple facets.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 616 | 2058 | 230 | 539 | 100 | 12 | 26 | 199 | 46 | 119 | 277 | 0.262 | 0.305 | 0.360 | 0.665 | -3644.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | PIT | NL | 31 | 91 | 7 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 23 | 0.209 | -523.6 |
| 2019 | PIT | NL | 130 | 493 | 61 | 152 | 20 | 6 | 12 | 64 | 16 | 28 | 62 | 0.308 | 598.7 |
| 2020 | PIT | NL | 44 | 156 | 12 | 35 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 12 | 21 | 0.224 | -674.6 |
| 2021 | PIT | NL | 148 | 517 | 50 | 117 | 22 | 3 | 5 | 39 | 6 | 27 | 41 | 0.226 | -2298.6 |
| 2022 | PIT | NL | 78 | 288 | 31 | 79 | 18 | 2 | 2 | 24 | 8 | 16 | 48 | 0.274 | -157.7 |
| 2023 | CIN | NL | 74 | 225 | 28 | 57 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 28 | 8 | 17 | 34 | 0.253 | -361.0 |
| 2024 | AZ | NL | 111 | 288 | 41 | 80 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 28 | 8 | 15 | 48 | 0.278 | -227.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 19 | 8 | 71 | 6 | 0 | 5 |
| 2B | 168 | 132 | 224 | 326 | 6 | 90 |
| 3B | 36 | 22 | 20 | 37 | 5 | 5 |
| OF | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 390 | 352 | 433 | 848 | 31 | 177 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | PIT | 2B | 8 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| 2018 | PIT | SS | 24 | 19 | 25 | 40 | 3 | 9 |
| 2019 | PIT | 2B | 23 | 20 | 30 | 46 | 0 | 10 |
| 2019 | PIT | 3B | 6 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| 2019 | PIT | SS | 104 | 93 | 124 | 235 | 10 | 43 |
| 2019 | PIT | OF | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | PIT | 2B | 20 | 19 | 33 | 39 | 3 | 8 |
| 2020 | PIT | SS | 23 | 22 | 20 | 46 | 5 | 10 |
| 2021 | PIT | 2B | 15 | 11 | 17 | 22 | 0 | 7 |
| 2021 | PIT | SS | 132 | 123 | 164 | 286 | 3 | 62 |
| 2022 | PIT | 2B | 42 | 37 | 73 | 104 | 1 | 32 |
| 2022 | PIT | SS | 33 | 31 | 35 | 71 | 5 | 18 |
| 2023 | CIN | 1B | 9 | 7 | 49 | 5 | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 | CIN | 2B | 16 | 11 | 17 | 23 | 0 | 9 |
| 2023 | CIN | 3B | 24 | 18 | 13 | 27 | 2 | 3 |
| 2023 | CIN | SS | 19 | 16 | 19 | 43 | 2 | 5 |
| 2024 | ARI | 1B | 10 | 1 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | ARI | 2B | 44 | 29 | 43 | 83 | 1 | 21 |
| 2024 | ARI | 3B | 6 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | ARI | SS | 55 | 48 | 46 | 127 | 3 | 30 |
| 2024 | ARI | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 19 |
| Second Base | 168 |
| Third Base | 36 |
| Shortstop | 390 |
| Left Field | 3 |
| Designated Hitter | 10 |