Jim Anderson, baseball player, 1978-1984

Jim Anderson

Born: 2/23/1957 in Los Angeles, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1978-07-02 | Final Game: 1984-09-26

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: James Lea Anderson

Biography

Jim Anderson was a professional baseball player born in 1957, who played as a position player from 1978 until his retirement on September 26, 1984. Over his six-season career, Anderson appeared in 419 games, showcasing his versatility and resilience in a competitive era of Major League Baseball. Though his batting average stood at .218, he contributed 211 hits and recorded 13 home runs, along with 86 RBIs. Anderson also demonstrated speed on the basepaths with 9 stolen bases, reflecting his ability to impact the game in multiple ways. Anderson's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by shifts in player dynamics and strategies. While he may not have achieved superstar status, his persistence and contributions as a role player were significant within his teams. As the game evolved through the early 1980s, Anderson's experience and skills would have provided valuable depth and support to his teammates, making him a respected figure in the clubhouse and on the field. His journey through the Major Leagues remains a testament to the hard work and dedication required to compete at the highest levels of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
419 970 107 211 35 2 13 86 9 81 130 0.218 0.280 0.298 0.578 -3215.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
4 11 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.091

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1979 ALCS CAL 4 11 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.091

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 27 12 32 51 2 8
3B 54 39 37 81 10 8
C 5 1 8 1 0 0
OF 3 1 2 0 0 0
SS 320 226 425 770 56 165

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 5
Second Base 27
Third Base 56
Shortstop 320
Left Field 2
Right Field 1
Designated Hitter 10