Kevin Orie

Born: 9/1/1972 in West Chester, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1997-04-01 | Final Game: 2002-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Kevin Leonard Orie

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Biography

Kevin Orie, born in 1972, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1997 to 2002. Primarily playing as a position player, Orie appeared in 316 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility on the field. He achieved a total of 253 hits, contributing to a batting average of .249. Known for his power at the plate, he hit 22 home runs and collected 116 RBIs, demonstrating his ability to drive in runs during crucial moments. Additionally, Orie displayed some speed on the bases, finishing his career with 5 stolen bases. Orie's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, as the late 1990s and early 2000s saw shifts in player performance and the game’s overall dynamics. While he may not have reached the same heights as some of his contemporaries, Orie's contributions to his teams and his resilience in the face of competition left a lasting impression on fans and teammates alike. After his playing days concluded on September 26, 2002, he transitioned from the diamond but remained a part of baseball's rich tapestry, remembered for his contributions during a competitive era.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
316	1015	117	253	64	6	22	116	5	94	163	0.249	0.320	0.389	0.709	-1280.2

Career AVG .249 vs. league average .266 across their career seasons — 6.4% below league average.

Career OBP .320 vs. league average .337 across their career seasons — 5.1% below league average.

Career SLG .389 vs. league average .423 across their career seasons — 7.9% below league average.

Career OPS 0.709 vs. league average 0.760 across their career seasons — 6.6% 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
1997	CHC	NL	114	364	40	100	23	5	8	44	2	39	57	0.275	.266 (+3%)	.336 (+4%)	.419 (+3%)	.756 (+3%)	232.2
1998	CHC	NL	64	204	24	37	14	0	2	21	1	18	35	0.181	.266 (-32%)	.335 (-24%)	.420 (-34%)	.755 (-29%)	-1168.0
1998	MIA	NL	48	175	23	46	8	1	6	17	1	14	24	0.263	.266 (-1%)	.335 (avg)	.420 (+1%)	.755 (avg)	-1168.0
1999	MIA	NL	77	240	26	61	16	0	6	29	1	22	43	0.254	.271 (-6%)	.344 (-7%)	.433 (-9%)	.778 (-8%)	-375.4
2002	CHC	NL	13	32	4	9	3	0	0	5	0	1	4	0.281	—	—	—	—	0.0