Jim Bivin

Jim Bivin was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball during the 1935 season. Born in 1909, Bivin made his mark in a challenging era for pitchers, where the game was evolving and offenses were increasingly potent. He played primarily for the team that represented the St. Louis Cardinals, where he showcased his skills on the mound from April 16, 1935, until his last game on September 29, 1935. Throughout his brief career, Bivin recorded a win-loss record of 2-9, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.79, which reflects the difficulties he faced as a pitcher during this time. He accumulated 54 strikeouts and notched 1 save. While his time in the majors was short-lived, Bivin’s contributions to the game during the 1930s remain a testament to the many players who competed under the pressures of the era. His career, though modest in statistics, was part of the rich tapestry of baseball history during a time of significant change in the sport.