Kevin Walker
Born: 9/20/1976 in Irving, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2000-04-14 | Final Game: 2005-07-09
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Kevin Michael Walker
Biography
Kevin Walker, born in 1976, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2000 to 2005. He made his Major League Baseball debut with a promise of versatility and tenacity that resonated with fans and teammates alike. Over the course of his career, Walker compiled a record of 7-3, showcasing his ability to perform effectively on the mound. He finished his time in the majors with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.76 and recorded a total of 95 strikeouts, highlighting his capacity to challenge hitters and contribute to his team's pitching staff.
Walker played during a competitive era marked by offensive prowess and evolving pitching strategies. Despite not recording any saves during his career, he remained a reliable option for teams needing a solid performance in various roles. His journey through the league reflected the experiences of many pitchers of his time who sought to adapt to the changing dynamics of Major League Baseball. Following his retirement on July 9, 2005, Walker's contributions to the game continued to be appreciated by baseball historians and enthusiasts who recognize the challenges and achievements of players from the early 2000s.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 3 | 122 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 102.0 | 84 | 54 | 10 | 63 | 95 | 4.76 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | SDP | NL | 7 | 1 | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 66.7 | 49 | 31 | 38 | 56 | 4.18 | - |
| 2001 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 17 | 3.00 | - |
| 2002 | SDP | NL | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.0 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 11 | 5.62 | - |
| 2003 | SDP | NL | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.7 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5.40 | - |
| 2004 | SFG | NL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 16.20 | - |
| 2005 | CHW | AL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 9.00 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 122 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | SDP | NL | 70 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | SDP | NL | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | SDP | NL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2003 | SDP | NL | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | SFG | NL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2005 | CHW | AL | 9 | 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 | 122 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | SDN | P | 70 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | SDN | P | 16 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | SDN | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 | SDN | P | 11 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | SFN | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | CHA | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 122 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | SFN | NL | $450,000 |
| 2003 | SDN | NL | $450,000 |
| 2002 | SDN | NL | $267,000 |
| 2001 | SDN | NL | $255,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,422,000 | ||