Kevin Millar Biography
Kevin Millar is a notable American former professional baseball first baseman and outfielder who played in MLB (Major League Baseball) and is currently an analyst for MLB Network and NESN. In MLB, he played for the Florida Marlins, Boston Red Sox, Baltimore Orioles, and Toronto Blue Jays from 1998 through 2009. Currently, he is a host on the MLB Network show International Talk along with Siera Santos and Ryan Dempster, and (as of March 2018) the show’s companion audio podcast Intentional Talk: Caught Listening.
Kevin Millar Education
He received his education at University High School Charter where he played baseball and won the 3-A City title in 1988 during his junior year. He then attended William S. Hart High School where he graduated. After graduating from high school, he attended Los Angeles City College and later Lamar University.
Kevin Millar Professional Career
He began his professional career in 1993 with the Saint Paul Saints of the Northern League. In 63 games, he batted .260 with five home runs and 30 RBI. On September 20, 1993, his contract was purchased by the Florida Marlins.
Kevin Millar Replacement Player
During the 1994-95 Major League Baseball strike, he was a replacement player when he played with the replacements in early 1995. Therefore, he is barred from membership in the Major League Baseball Players Association.
Kevin Millar Florida Marlins
From 1997 to 1999, he set the record for most consecutive games reaching base with 71, during games encompassing several minor league stints. This record was tied by future Red Sox teammate Kevin Youkilis in 2003. His contract was purchased by the Marlins at the start of the 1998 season. On April 11, 1998, he made his MLB debut for Florida against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He played with the Marlins until the end of the 2002 season.
Kevin Millar Boston Red Sox
After the 2002 season, he was sold to the Chinichi Dragons of the Japanese Central League. In January 2003, he signed a two-year, $6.2 million contract with the Dragons, but in an unprecedented deal brokered by MLB. He was officially traded to the Red Sox on February 15, 2003.
Kevin Millar Baltimore Orioles
On January 12, 2006, he signed a one-year, $2.1 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles. During the season, he broke Rey Ordonez’s record for most games played by any non-drafted player who started his career in the Independent Leagues during the Draft era. There, he finished the season with a .272 average, 15 home runs, and 64 RBI in 132 games. After the season, he resigned with the Orioles on a one-year, $2.75 million contract on December 2, 2006. Also, the deal included an option for the 2008 season. His streak came to an end on August 26, 2007, at 52 games.
Kevin Millar Toronto Blue Jays
He signed a minor league deal with the Toronto Blue Jays as a non-roster invitee on February 11, 2009.
Kevin Millar Chicago Cubs
On February 1, 2010, he agreed to a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs, with an invitation to spring training. However, he was released by the Cubs on March 30, after not making the major league team.
Kevin Millar’s First Retirement
On April 21, 2010, he announced his retirement. On April 27, on MLB Network with Jim Duquette and Kevin Kennedy, he stated it was not official as he still wanted to play. He went on and joined MLB Network as a studio analyst. Also, he joined the New England Sports Network (NESN) on May 20, 2001, as a pregame and postgame analyst. He made his debut for Fox Sports and its MLB on Fox Saturday telecasts on May 22.
Kevin Millar Return to Baseball (St. Paul Saints)
He returned to baseball on May 5, 2010, when he signed a contract with the St. Paul Saints of the American Association, the same team with which he started his career. His contract allowed him to leave the team to carry out his broadcasting duties. For the Saints, he played six games in 2010, hitting .208 with no home runs and two RBIs. On June 24, 2017, he was allowed a single at-bat for the Saints in a regular season game versus the Winnipeg Goldeyes as part of a promotional night celebrating the Saints’ 25th anniversary.
Kevin Millar Age
Kevin was born on September 24, 1971, therefore he is 51 years old as of August 2023. He thus celebrates his birthday on September 24th of every year.
Kevin Millar Height
He stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inch (1.85m) tall.
Kevin Millar Family
Millar was born in Los Angeles, California to Judy Millar (Mother). His father’s name and whereabouts are not mentioned. He has a younger brother named Jensen.
Kevin Millar Wife
Kevin is married to the love of his life, Jeanna Millar. They got married on October 16, 1999. He and his wife are blessed with four kids namely; Kiley Faith Millar (born in 2005), Kashten Charles Millar (born in 2005), Kanyon Edward Millar (born in 2006), and Karis Grace.
Kevin Millar’s Net Worth
Millar has a net worth of $10 million which he has earned through being an analyst, host, and former professional baseball player.
Kevin Millar Salary
He earns an annual salary of $115,000.
Kevin Millar Podcasting
He and Chris Rose began co-hosting the audio podcast International Talk: Caught Listening in 2018, produced by MLB Network.
Kevin Millar Movie and Television Appearances
He made an appearance in the movie Fever Pitch in which he walked and was lifted for a pitch runner, Dave Roberts, during the Red Sox rally in the bottom of the 9th inning. In 2022, he became a podcaster and analyst for the Boston Red Sox on NESN. He gained national recognition on August 21, 2023, for calling Red Sox player Adam Duvall’s three home runs and their location right before it occurred.