Kevin Ward

Born: 9/28/1961 in Lansdale, PA, USA

Died: 3/9/2019 in Coronado, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1991-05-10 | Final Game: 1992-10-04

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Kevin Michael Ward

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Biography

Kevin Ward was a professional baseball player born in 1961, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from May 10, 1991, to October 4, 1992. Over the course of his brief career, he participated in 125 games, demonstrating his versatility and tenacity on the field. Ward recorded 55 hits, including 5 home runs, and drove in 20 runs, finishing with a batting average of .217. Known for his speed, he also notched 3 stolen bases during his time in the league. Ward’s career unfolded during a period marked by significant changes in baseball, including the rise of power hitters and an increasing emphasis on offensive production. Although he may not have achieved the lofty statistics of some contemporaries, his contributions were emblematic of the gritty determination that characterized many players of his era. After retiring from professional baseball, Ward’s legacy remained as a reminder of the countless athletes who strive to make an impact on America’s pastime.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
125	254	25	55	12	2	5	20	3	23	65	0.217	0.288	0.339	0.627	-501.9

Career AVG .217 vs. league average .256 across their career seasons — 15.3% below league average.

Career OBP .288 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — 10.7% below league average.

Career SLG .339 vs. league average .381 across their career seasons — 11.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.627 vs. league average 0.704 across their career seasons — 10.9% 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
1991	SDP	NL	44	107	13	26	7	2	2	8	1	9	27	0.243	.255 (-5%)	.323 (-5%)	.384 (+4%)	.708 (avg)	-15.9
1992	SDP	NL	81	147	12	29	5	0	3	12	2	14	38	0.197	.255 (-23%)	.322 (-15%)	.377 (-22%)	.699 (-19%)	-486.0