Kevin Kiermaier, baseball player, 2013-2024

Kevin Kiermaier

Born: 4/22/1990 in Fort Wayne, IN, USA

MLB Debut: 2013-09-30 | Final Game: 2024-09-28

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Kevin James Kiermaier

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Biography

Kevin Kiermaier, born in 1990, was a prominent center fielder known for his exceptional defensive prowess and speed on the bases during his career from 2013 to 2024. Over the course of 1,159 games, he tallied 905 hits, 95 home runs, and 378 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .246. Kiermaier was particularly recognized for his ability to steal bases, successfully swiping 132 throughout his time in Major League Baseball. His combination of athleticism and defensive skill made him a standout player, often celebrated for his highlight-reel catches and contributions to his team's success. Kiermaier played the majority of his career with the Tampa Bay Rays, where he became a key figure in the team's outfield. His era coincided with a shift in baseball towards emphasizing defensive metrics and advanced analytics, which highlighted his value as a top-tier defender. Throughout his tenure, he garnered multiple Gold Glove Awards, solidifying his legacy as one of the premier defensive outfielders of his generation. As he retired in 2024, Kiermaier left an indelible mark on the game, inspiring future generations with his tenacity and commitment to excellence on the field.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1159 3682 499 905 170 60 95 378 132 277 908 0.246 0.304 0.402 0.706 -2796.2

Career AVG .246 vs. league average .250 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .304 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .402 vs. league average .409 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.706 vs. league average 0.727 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
2013 TBR AL 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0
2014 TBR AL 108 331 35 87 16 8 10 35 5 23 71 0.263 .251 (+5%) .313 (avg) .386 (+17%) .700 (+9%) 460.5
2015 TBR AL 151 505 62 133 25 12 10 40 18 24 95 0.263 .254 (+4%) .316 (-6%) .404 (+4%) .721 (avg) -228.8
2016 TBR AL 105 366 55 90 20 2 12 37 21 40 74 0.246 .255 (-4%) .321 (+3%) .417 (-2%) .738 (avg) 88.0
2017 TBR AL 98 380 56 105 15 3 15 39 16 31 99 0.276 .254 (+8%) .324 (+4%) .425 (+6%) .750 (+5%) 388.3
2018 TBR AL 88 332 44 72 12 9 7 29 10 25 91 0.217 .247 (-13%) .318 (-11%) .409 (-10%) .727 (-10%) -710.2
2019 TBR AL 129 447 60 102 20 7 14 55 19 26 104 0.228 .252 (-10%) .322 (-14%) .434 (-8%) .757 (-11%) -1092.0
2020 TBR AL 49 138 16 30 5 3 3 22 8 20 42 0.217 .244 (-11%) .321 (avg) .417 (-13%) .739 (-8%) -165.6
2021 TBR AL 122 348 54 90 19 7 4 37 9 33 99 0.259 .243 (+6%) .317 (+4%) .410 (-6%) .727 (-2%) -129.5
2022 TBR AL 63 206 28 47 8 0 7 22 6 14 61 0.228 .242 (-6%) .311 (-10%) .394 (-7%) .706 (-8%) -299.5
2023 TOR AL 129 370 58 98 21 6 8 36 14 29 86 0.265 .248 (+7%) .320 (+1%) .414 (+1%) .734 (+1%) -8.0
2024 TOR AL 82 200 24 39 7 2 4 18 5 10 66 0.195 .243 (-20%) .312 (-24%) .399 (-22%) .711 (-23%) -884.9
2024 LAD NL 34 59 7 12 2 1 1 8 1 2 20 0.203 .243 (-16%) .312 (-22%) .399 (-19%) .711 (-21%) -884.9

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
35 98 13 22 9 0 4 12 4 31 0.224

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2024 NLCS LAN 4 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000
2023 ALWC2 TOR 2 5 0 2 0 0 0 1 1 2 0.400
2021 ALDS2 TBA 4 14 2 3 3 0 0 1 2 4 0.214
2020 ALCS TBA 5 12 1 2 2 0 0 0 0 6 0.167
2020 ALDS1 TBA 5 17 2 4 2 0 1 4 0 5 0.235
2020 ALWC1 TBA 2 7 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.143
2020 WS TBA 6 19 4 7 1 0 2 3 1 6 0.368
2019 ALDS1 TBA 5 18 1 3 1 0 1 3 0 6 0.167
2019 ALWC TBA 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000
2013 ALWC TBA 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1134 1011 2578 59 31 12

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2013 TBA OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
2014 TBA OF 108 89 237 5 6 2
2015 TBA OF 149 131 412 15 5 3
2016 TBA OF 104 102 264 7 2 1
2017 TBA OF 97 95 242 5 6 1
2018 TBA OF 88 86 232 5 0 1
2019 TBA OF 125 117 250 6 4 1
2020 TBA OF 46 41 86 6 0 0
2021 TBA OF 116 101 229 1 1 0
2022 TBA OF 60 56 139 2 1 0
2023 TOR OF 127 111 257 5 3 2
2024 TOR OF 81 63 167 1 3 0
2024 LAN OF 32 19 63 1 0 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 1
Center Field 1066
Right Field 71
Designated Hitter 6

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2023 Gold Glove OF
2019 Gold Glove CF
2016 Gold Glove OF
2015 Gold Glove CF
2015 Platinum Glove
2015 This Year in Baseball Best Defensive Player Esurance

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2016 TBA AL $514,400
2015 TBA AL $513,800
Total Career Earnings $1,028,200

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2015 Most Valuable Player AL 17th 10.0 420 0