Kyle Waldrop, baseball player, 2015-2016

Kyle Waldrop

Born: 11/26/1991 in Fort Myers, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 2015-08-02 | Final Game: 2016-08-16

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 215 lbs

Full name: Kyle Michael Waldrop

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Biography

Kyle Waldrop, born in 1991, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player primarily during the 2015 and 2016 seasons. He made his Major League Baseball debut on August 2, 2015, and concluded his career on August 16, 2016. Throughout his brief stint in the majors, Waldrop appeared in 16 games, where he recorded 5 hits, 1 run batted in (RBI), and posted a batting average of .217. Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases during his time in the league, Waldrop brought versatility and a competitive spirit to the field. Waldrop's career unfolded during a dynamic era of baseball characterized by an emphasis on power hitting and advanced metrics. Although he faced challenges in establishing a long-term presence in the majors, his contributions in limited appearances showcased the potential that many scouts had seen in him during his early career. As a player who briefly touched the highest level of baseball, he remains part of the rich tapestry of the game, where even short careers can leave lasting impressions on fans and teammates alike.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
16 23 1 5 1 0 0 1 0 1 6 0.217 0.250 0.261 0.511 0.0

Career AVG .217 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — 14.7% below league average.

Career OBP .250 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 21.7% below league average.

Career SLG .261 vs. league average .411 across their career seasons — 36.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.511 vs. league average 0.730 across their career seasons — 30.0% 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
2015 CIN NL 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000 — — — — 0.0
2016 CIN NL 15 22 1 5 1 0 0 1 0 1 5 0.227 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 4 2 4 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2016 CIN OF 4 2 4 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 2
Right Field 2
Designated Hitter 1