Kevin Smith, baseball player, 2021

Kevin Smith

Born: 7/4/1996 in East Greenbush, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 2021-08-18

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

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Biography

Kevin Smith, born in 1996, is an active professional baseball player who has been making his mark in Major League Baseball since his debut on August 18, 2021. Primarily serving as a position player, Smith brings a blend of power and speed to the game, contributing with his notable ability to hit home runs and steal bases. Over the course of his career, he has appeared in 116 games, accumulating 53 hits, 8 home runs, and 25 RBIs, showcasing his potential to become a significant contributor to his team's offense. Despite a batting average of .173, Smith's journey reflects the challenges faced by many young players in today's competitive landscape. As he continues to develop his skills and adapt to the rigors of professional baseball, his early career statistics hint at the promise of further growth and achievement. In an era where analytics and player development play crucial roles, Smith's ongoing career is closely watched by fans and analysts alike, as he seeks to refine his game and solidify his place in the league.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
116 306 26 53 13 1 8 25 5 15 104 0.173 0.215 0.301 0.516 -1320.0

Career AVG .173 vs. league average .245 across their career seasons — 29.2% below league average.

Career OBP .215 vs. league average .315 across their career seasons — 31.7% below league average.

Career SLG .301 vs. league average .405 across their career seasons — 25.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.516 vs. league average 0.720 across their career seasons — 28.3% 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
2021 TOR AL 18 32 2 3 0 0 1 1 0 3 11 0.094 — — — — 0.0
2022 OAK AL 47 139 9 25 9 1 2 13 4 7 42 0.180 .242 (-26%) .311 (-31%) .394 (-23%) .706 (-27%) -687.3
2023 OAK AL 49 135 15 25 4 0 5 11 1 5 51 0.185 .248 (-25%) .320 (-31%) .414 (-21%) .734 (-26%) -632.6
2024 NYY AL 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 1 2 0 0 1
3B 70 54 41 110 3 13
OF 1 1 0 0 0 0
SS 44 31 46 75 2 15

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2021 TOR 1B 1 1 2 0 0 1
2021 TOR 3B 14 8 4 15 1 3
2021 TOR OF 1 1 0 0 0 0
2022 OAK 3B 39 36 32 74 1 9
2022 OAK SS 10 5 11 14 1 3
2023 OAK 3B 17 10 5 21 1 1
2023 OAK SS 34 26 35 61 1 12

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 1
Third Base 70
Shortstop 44
Left Field 1
Designated Hitter 3