Kevin Olsen
Born: 7/26/1976 in Covina, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2001-09-07 | Final Game: 2003-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: Kevin Gary Olsen
Biography
Kevin Olsen, born in 1976, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 2001 to 2003. Primarily serving as a position player, Olsen played a total of 28 games during his time in the majors. He made his debut on September 7, 2001, and concluded his career on September 27, 2003. Throughout his time in the league, he faced challenges in establishing himself at the plate, finishing with a batting average of .067, which included 1 hit and no home runs or RBIs.
Olsen's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was witnessing the rise of new offensive strategies and evolving player profiles. Although his playing time was limited, Olsen's journey through the majors highlights the competitive nature of professional baseball, where many talented athletes strive for success against significant odds. Despite the challenges he faced, his presence in the league during this era reflects the depth of talent that exists in the sport, underscoring the importance of every player's contribution to the fabric of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 5 | 28 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 82.7 | 93 | 47 | 7 | 37 | 63 | 5.12 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15.0 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 1.20 | - |
| 2002 | MIA | NL | 0 | 5 | 17 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 55.7 | 57 | 28 | 31 | 38 | 4.53 | - |
| 2003 | MIA | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 25 | 17 | 4 | 12 | 12.75 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.067 | 0.067 | 0.067 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | MIA | NL | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | MIA | NL | 17 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | MIA | NL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 28 | 10 | 11 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | FLO | P | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | FLO | P | 17 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 | FLO | P | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 28 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | FLO | NL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $200,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Community College | Riverside | CA | 1995, 1996 |
| University of Oklahoma | Norman | OK | 1997, 1998 |