Kevin Romine
Born: 5/23/1961 in Exeter, NH, USA
MLB Debut: 1985-09-05 | Final Game: 1991-08-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Kevin Andrew Romine
Biography
Kevin Romine, born in 1961, was a professional baseball player who showcased his skills in Major League Baseball from 1985 to 1991. Primarily known as a position player, Romine appeared in a total of 331 games throughout his career, primarily with the Boston Red Sox. He was part of a dynamic era in baseball, characterized by increased offensive production and a growing emphasis on speed on the bases.
Romine finished his career with 158 hits, including 5 home runs and 55 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .251. He also demonstrated his base-running ability, recording 11 stolen bases. His contributions to the teams he played for were marked by versatility and a solid work ethic, making him a reliable presence on the field during his tenure in the league. Romine's time in baseball reflects the transitional nature of the late 1980s as the sport began to evolve towards the modern era, setting the stage for the advancements in both player training and game strategy that would follow.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 331 | 630 | 89 | 158 | 30 | 1 | 5 | 55 | 11 | 49 | 124 | 0.251 | 0.306 | 0.325 | 0.631 | -887.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | BOS | AL | 24 | 28 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | BOS | AL | 35 | 35 | 6 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 0.257 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | BOS | AL | 9 | 24 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.292 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | BOS | AL | 57 | 78 | 17 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 7 | 15 | 0.192 | -295.4 |
| 1989 | BOS | AL | 92 | 274 | 30 | 75 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 23 | 1 | 21 | 53 | 0.274 | -227.1 |
| 1990 | BOS | AL | 70 | 136 | 21 | 37 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 27 | 0.272 | -33.9 |
| 1991 | BOS | AL | 44 | 55 | 7 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 0.164 | -331.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | ALCS | BOS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 284 | 149 | 384 | 12 | 8 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | BOS | OF | 23 | 5 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | BOS | OF | 33 | 10 | 45 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1987 | BOS | OF | 7 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1988 | BOS | OF | 45 | 17 | 44 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | BOS | OF | 89 | 65 | 157 | 9 | 3 | 4 |
| 1990 | BOS | OF | 64 | 38 | 81 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1991 | BOS | OF | 23 | 9 | 27 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 53 |
| Center Field | 112 |
| Right Field | 131 |
| Designated Hitter | 25 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | BOS | AL | $355,000 |
| 1990 | BOS | AL | $250,000 |
| 1989 | BOS | AL | $200,000 |
| 1988 | BOS | AL | $77,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $882,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Tempe | AZ | 1981, 1982 |
| Orange Coast College | Costa Mesa | CA | 1980 |