Kevin Roberson
Born: 1/29/1968 in Decatur, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-07-15 | Final Game: 1996-05-28
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Kevin Lynn Roberson
Biography
Kevin Roberson, born in 1968, was a professional baseball player who made his mark as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1993 until his last appearance on May 28, 1996. During his career, he played a total of 165 games, showcasing his power at the plate with 20 home runs and accumulating 51 RBIs. Despite finishing his career with a batting average of .197, Roberson's contributions were often highlighted by his ability to deliver key hits in critical moments, reflecting the grit and determination characteristic of players of his era.
Roberson's career unfolded in the mid-1990s, a time marked by a surge in offensive production across the league, often attributed to the integration of advanced training regimens and a greater emphasis on power hitting. While he may not have achieved the stellar batting averages of some of his contemporaries, his home run production was significant in the context of his playing time. Roberson's role as a position player, combined with his journey through the league, underscored the diverse paths players could take during a dynamic period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 165 | 309 | 44 | 61 | 10 | 1 | 20 | 51 | 0 | 27 | 93 | 0.197 | 0.275 | 0.430 | 0.706 | -529.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CHC | NL | 62 | 180 | 23 | 34 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 27 | 0 | 12 | 48 | 0.189 | -529.1 |
| 1994 | CHC | NL | 44 | 55 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0.218 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | CHC | NL | 32 | 38 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 0.184 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | NYN | NL | 27 | 36 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 17 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 81 | 59 | 104 | 3 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | CHN | OF | 51 | 44 | 77 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1994 | CHN | OF | 9 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 | CHN | OF | 11 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | NYN | OF | 10 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 25 |
| Right Field | 61 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | NYN | NL | $125,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $125,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkland College | Champaign | IL | 1987, 1988 |