Ken Szotkiewicz, baseball player, 1970-1970

Ken Szotkiewicz

Born: 2/25/1947 in Wilmington, DE, USA

MLB Debut: 1970-04-07 | Final Game: 1970-09-21

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Kenneth John Szotkiewicz

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Biography

Ken Szotkiewicz, born in 1947, was a professional baseball player who made a brief but notable impact in the major leagues between 1970. He played as a position player primarily during the early stages of his career, appearing in 47 games. Over the course of his time in the league, Szotkiewicz recorded 9 hits, which included 3 home runs and an equal number of RBIs, culminating in a batting average of .107. Despite his limited offensive production, his presence on the field during a transitional time in the game underscored the competitive nature of the era. Szotkiewicz's career, though short-lived, reflects the challenges faced by many players in the early 1970s, a period marked by a shift in baseball strategies and player dynamics. While he did not achieve significant statistical success, his contributions to the teams he played for during his time in the majors remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history. His journey serves as a reminder of the numerous athletes who strive to make their mark in the sport, often facing steep competition and high expectations.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
47 84 9 9 1 0 3 9 0 12 29 0.107 0.216 0.226 0.443 -554.4

Career AVG .107 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — 57.8% below league average.

Career OBP .216 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — 33.5% below league average.

Career SLG .226 vs. league average .385 across their career seasons — 41.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.443 vs. league average 0.711 across their career seasons — 37.8% 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
1970 DET AL 47 84 9 9 1 0 3 9 0 12 29 0.107 .253 (-58%) .325 (-34%) .385 (-41%) .711 (-38%) -554.4

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
SS 44 27 32 101 4 20

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1970 DET SS 44 27 32 101 4 20

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Shortstop 44

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Georgia Southern University Statesboro GA 1966, 1967, 1968