Kevan Smith, baseball player, 2016-2021

Kevan Smith

Born: 6/28/1988 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 2016-09-01 | Final Game: 2021-08-08

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 230 lbs

Full name: Kevan Alan Smith

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Biography

Kevan Smith was a professional baseball player born in 1988, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2016 until his retirement in 2021. Primarily a position player, Smith played a total of 263 games during his career, where he established himself as a reliable contributor to his teams. Over his tenure, he recorded 202 hits and achieved a batting average of .259, demonstrating a consistent ability to reach base and contribute offensively. His offensive output included 13 home runs and 82 runs batted in, highlighting his capacity to drive in runners and impact games with his bat. Smith's playing style was characterized by his solid defensive skills and a patient approach at the plate, which allowed him to make the most of his opportunities. He also showcased his speed on the bases, accumulating 3 stolen bases throughout his career. Although he played during a time when offensive production was often emphasized, Smith carved out a niche for himself as a dependable player capable of contributing in various facets of the game. After concluding his career on August 8, 2021, Smith left a legacy as a hardworking player who exemplified the dedication and perseverance often celebrated in baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
263 780 78 202 41 0 13 82 3 50 149 0.259 0.312 0.362 0.673 -1155.7

Career AVG .259 vs. league average .250 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .312 vs. league average .321 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .362 vs. league average .420 across their career seasons — 13.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.673 vs. league average 0.740 across their career seasons — 9.1% 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
2016 CHW AL 7 16 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 0.125 — — — — 0.0
2017 CHW AL 87 276 23 78 17 0 4 30 0 9 46 0.283 .254 (+11%) .324 (-5%) .425 (-9%) .750 (-7%) -415.5
2018 CHW AL 52 171 21 50 6 0 3 21 1 10 18 0.292 .247 (+18%) .318 (+9%) .409 (-7%) .727 (avg) 45.9
2019 LAA AL 67 191 21 48 12 0 5 20 2 16 37 0.251 .252 (avg) .322 (-2%) .434 (-10%) .757 (-6%) -208.1
2020 TBR AL 17 31 3 8 3 0 1 8 0 5 11 0.258 — — — — 0.0
2021 TBR AL 3 4 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.250 — — — — 0.0
2021 ATL NL 30 91 6 15 3 0 0 3 0 10 29 0.165 .243 (-32%) .317 (-22%) .410 (-52%) .727 (-39%) 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 238 199 1649 84 7 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2016 CHA C 6 3 12 1 0 1
2017 CHA C 79 70 572 27 2 2
2018 CHA C 47 44 358 20 2 3
2019 LAA C 59 46 392 22 2 0
2020 TBA C 16 8 73 3 0 0
2021 TBA C 2 1 13 0 0 0
2021 ATL C 29 27 229 11 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 238
Designated Hitter 15