Jimmy Adair
Born: 1/25/1907 in Waxahachie, TX, USA
Died: 12/9/1982 in Farmers Branch, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1931-08-24 | Final Game: 1931-09-07
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 154 lbs
Full name: James Aubrey Adair
Biography
Jimmy Adair, born in 1907, was a position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief career that spanned from August 24 to September 7 in 1931. Despite his limited time in the league, Adair showcased a solid batting ability, finishing with a batting average of .276 over the course of 18 games. He recorded 21 hits and contributed 3 RBIs to his team's efforts, demonstrating his capacity to be a reliable presence at the plate. Additionally, Adair displayed his speed on the bases by successfully stealing 1 base, a testament to his agility and awareness on the field.
Adair played during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving rapidly in the early 1930s. Although he did not hit any home runs in his brief stint, his hitting prowess and ability to make contact with the ball earned him a place in the annals of baseball history. While his career statistics may not reflect the dominant figures of more famous players, his contributions to the game during this era remain a part of the rich tapestry of baseball's past.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 76 | 9 | 21 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0.276 | 0.286 | 0.342 | 0.628 | -194.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | CHC | NL | 18 | 76 | 9 | 21 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0.276 | -194.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS | 18 | 0 | 37 | 55 | 5 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | CHN | SS | 18 | 0 | 37 | 55 | 5 | 9 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 18 |