Kyle Jensen, baseball player, 2016-2016

Kyle Jensen

Born: 5/20/1988 in Walnut Creek, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2016-09-03 | Final Game: 2016-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 255 lbs

Full name: Kyle Gregory Jensen

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Biography

Kyle Jensen, born in 1988, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned the 2016 Major League Baseball season. Primarily serving as a position player, Jensen made his mark in the league during a brief stint that included 17 games. Throughout his time in the majors, he recorded 6 hits, 2 home runs, and 7 RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .194. Despite not being known for speed on the base paths, as evidenced by his 0 stolen bases, Jensen's power potential was highlighted by his ability to drive in runs with his home run capability. Jensen's career unfolded during an era marked by a blend of traditional playing styles and the increasing emphasis on power hitting. Although he faced challenges in establishing a long-term presence in a highly competitive environment, his contributions during his time in the big leagues showcased the struggles many players face in breaking into and remaining in professional baseball. Jensen's journey reflects the resilience and determination required to compete at the highest level, even if only for a fleeting moment.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
17 31 5 6 0 1 2 7 0 2 13 0.194 0.265 0.452 0.716 0.0

Career AVG .194 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — 24.2% below league average.

Career OBP .265 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — 17.7% below league average.

Career SLG .452 vs. league average .417 across their career seasons — +8.2% above league average.

Career OPS 0.716 vs. league average 0.739 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
2016 AZ NL 17 31 5 6 0 1 2 7 0 2 13 0.194 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 4 1 10 0 0 1
OF 5 3 9 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2016 ARI 1B 4 1 10 0 0 1
2016 ARI OF 5 3 9 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 4
Left Field 4
Right Field 1
Designated Hitter 1