Kevin Reimer
Born: 6/28/1964 in Macon, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1988-09-13 | Final Game: 1993-09-27
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Kevin Michael Reimer
Biography
Kevin Reimer, born in 1964, was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a career spanning from 1988 to 1993. As a position player, he participated in 488 games, showcasing a blend of power and contact hitting throughout his tenure in Major League Baseball. Reimer recorded 376 hits, including 52 home runs, and drove in 204 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .258. He also displayed speed on the bases, contributing 7 stolen bases during his playing years.
Reimer's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the emergence of power hitters and a shift towards offensive production. Known for his versatility, he contributed to various teams and provided impactful moments during key games. Although his career was relatively brief, Reimer's achievements on the field reflect the evolving nature of the game during the late 1980s and early 1990s, an era that paved the way for a new generation of baseball talent.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 488 | 1455 | 162 | 376 | 85 | 4 | 52 | 204 | 7 | 115 | 297 | 0.258 | 0.320 | 0.430 | 0.750 | 1618.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | TEX | AL | 12 | 25 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.120 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | TEX | AL | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | TEX | AL | 64 | 100 | 5 | 26 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 22 | 0.260 | 123.7 |
| 1991 | TEX | AL | 136 | 394 | 46 | 106 | 22 | 0 | 20 | 69 | 0 | 33 | 93 | 0.269 | 1012.7 |
| 1992 | TEX | AL | 148 | 494 | 56 | 132 | 32 | 2 | 16 | 58 | 2 | 42 | 103 | 0.267 | 1024.1 |
| 1993 | ATL | AL | 125 | 437 | 53 | 109 | 22 | 1 | 13 | 60 | 5 | 30 | 72 | 0.249 | -542.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 223 | 193 | 395 | 8 | 22 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | TEX | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | TEX | OF | 9 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1991 | TEX | OF | 66 | 56 | 110 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 1992 | TEX | OF | 110 | 100 | 198 | 7 | 11 | 1 |
| 1993 | ML4 | OF | 37 | 31 | 75 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 205 |
| Right Field | 21 |
| Designated Hitter | 200 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Player of the Week | Week of 1993-05-01 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | ML4 | AL | $725,000 |
| 1992 | TEX | AL | $210,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $935,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fullerton | Fullerton | CA | 1985 |
| Orange Coast College | Costa Mesa | CA | 1983, 1984 |