Ollie Bejma
Born: 9/12/1907 in South Bend, IN, USA
Died: 1/3/1995 in South Bend, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1934-04-24 | Final Game: 1939-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Aloysius Frank Bejma
Biography
Ollie Bejma, born in 1907, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the late 1930s. His career spanned from 1934 until his final game on October 1, 1939. Bejma played a total of 316 games primarily as a position player, contributing significantly to his teams with a solid batting performance. Over the course of his career, he recorded 222 hits and 14 home runs, while driving in 117 runs, resulting in a batting average of .245. In addition to his offensive contributions, Bejma showcased his speed on the bases with 5 stolen bases.
Playing during an era of evolving baseball strategies, Bejma's versatility and ability to adapt were crucial as the game started to shift towards a more dynamic style of play. Although he may not have reached the level of superstardom of some of his contemporaries, Bejma's contributions to the teams he played for are remembered, particularly for his tenacity and consistent performance in the field. His career remains a testament to the dedication and spirit of players in the pre-war era of baseball, a time when the game continued to grow in popularity and complexity.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 316 | 906 | 128 | 222 | 35 | 11 | 14 | 117 | 5 | 130 | 105 | 0.245 | 0.343 | 0.354 | 0.697 | -756.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | SLA | AL | 95 | 262 | 39 | 71 | 16 | 3 | 2 | 29 | 3 | 40 | 36 | 0.271 | 232.7 |
| 1935 | SLA | AL | 64 | 198 | 18 | 38 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 26 | 1 | 27 | 21 | 0.192 | -797.2 |
| 1936 | SLA | AL | 67 | 139 | 19 | 36 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 18 | 0 | 27 | 21 | 0.259 | 32.9 |
| 1939 | CHW | AL | 90 | 307 | 52 | 77 | 9 | 3 | 8 | 44 | 1 | 36 | 27 | 0.251 | -224.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 174 | 0 | 374 | 456 | 28 | 81 |
| 3B | 23 | 0 | 24 | 32 | 3 | 1 |
| OF | 9 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 42 | 0 | 85 | 118 | 10 | 24 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | SLA | 2B | 14 | 0 | 39 | 33 | 3 | 5 |
| 1934 | SLA | 3B | 13 | 0 | 8 | 19 | 0 | 0 |
| 1934 | SLA | SS | 32 | 0 | 66 | 93 | 8 | 22 |
| 1934 | SLA | OF | 9 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1935 | SLA | 2B | 47 | 0 | 105 | 153 | 13 | 32 |
| 1935 | SLA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1935 | SLA | SS | 8 | 0 | 16 | 24 | 2 | 2 |
| 1936 | SLA | 2B | 32 | 0 | 60 | 71 | 5 | 8 |
| 1936 | SLA | 3B | 7 | 0 | 14 | 11 | 3 | 1 |
| 1936 | SLA | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1939 | CHA | 2B | 81 | 0 | 170 | 199 | 7 | 36 |
| 1939 | CHA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1939 | CHA | SS | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 174 |
| Third Base | 24 |
| Shortstop | 42 |
| Right Field | 9 |