Kila Ka'aihue, baseball player, 2008-2012

Kila Ka'aihue

Born: 3/29/1984 in Kailua, HI, USA

MLB Debut: 2008-09-04 | Final Game: 2012-06-05

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 240 lbs

Full name: Micah Kila Ka'aihue

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Biography

Kila Ka'aihue, born in 1984, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2008 to 2012. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 126 games, primarily for the Kansas City Royals. Ka'aihue was known for his power at the plate, as evidenced by his 15 home runs and 46 RBIs, although he finished his career with a batting average of .221. His playing style showcased a blend of patience and power, making him a notable presence in the lineup during his tenure. Ka'aihue's career unfolded during a period marked by significant changes in baseball, including the ongoing evolution of offensive strategies and player development. Although not a household name, he contributed to the Royals' efforts in the late 2000s and early 2010s, a time when the franchise was working to rebuild and reestablish itself in the competitive American League. With 91 hits and a lone stolen base to his name, Ka'aihue left his mark as a player who navigated the challenges of the game while contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
126 411 45 91 19 1 15 46 1 49 95 0.221 0.305 0.382 0.687 -404.5

Career AVG .221 vs. league average .258 across their career seasons — 14.1% below league average.

Career OBP .305 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 6.2% below league average.

Career SLG .382 vs. league average .406 across their career seasons — 5.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.687 vs. league average 0.730 across their career seasons — 6.0% below 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
2008 KCR AL 12 21 4 6 0 0 1 1 0 3 2 0.286 — — — — 0.0
2010 KCR AL 52 180 22 39 6 1 8 25 0 24 39 0.217 .257 (-16%) .325 (-6%) .402 (-2%) .728 (-4%) -110.0
2011 KCR AL 23 82 6 16 4 0 2 6 0 12 26 0.195 .255 (-24%) .320 (-8%) .399 (-21%) .719 (-15%) -192.9
2012 OAK AL 39 128 13 30 9 0 4 14 1 10 28 0.234 .254 (-8%) .318 (-8%) .405 (-2%) .724 (-4%) -101.5

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 79 73 630 49 6 58

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2008 KCA 1B 4 1 12 1 0 2
2010 KCA 1B 34 32 277 21 2 18
2011 KCA 1B 19 19 181 15 2 14
2012 OAK 1B 22 21 160 12 2 24

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 79
Designated Hitter 37

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2012 OAK AL $482,500
2011 KCA AL $419,000
Total Career Earnings $901,500