Kevin Rhomberg
Born: 11/22/1955 in Dubuque, IA, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-01 | Final Game: 1984-06-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Kevin Jay Rhomberg
Biography
Kevin Rhomberg, born in 1955, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball as a position player from 1982 to 1984. Over the course of his brief career, he played in 41 games, showcasing a remarkable batting average of .383 that highlighted his ability to make contact with the ball. Rhomberg recorded 18 hits, including one home run, and contributed three runs batted in (RBIs) to his team's efforts. Additionally, he displayed speed on the basepaths with one stolen base during his time in the league.
Rhomberg's career unfolded during the early 1980s, a period characterized by a transition in baseball, as teams began to prioritize power hitting and speed more than ever before. His impressive batting average set him apart, even as he played a limited number of games, reflecting a potential that was not fully realized at the major league level. Despite his short tenure, Kevin Rhomberg's performance remains a point of interest for baseball historians, particularly for those who appreciate the nuances of early 80s baseball and the contributions of lesser-known players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 47 | 5 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 0.383 | 0.423 | 0.447 | 0.870 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | CLE | AL | 16 | 18 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | CLE | AL | 12 | 21 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0.476 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | CLE | AL | 13 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 23 | 8 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CLE | OF | 7 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1983 | CLE | OF | 9 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | CLE | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | CLE | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | CLE | OF | 7 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 22 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |