Jaime Bluma
Born: 5/18/1972 in Beaufort, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 1996-08-09 | Final Game: 1996-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: James Andrew Bluma
Biography
Jaime Bluma was a professional baseball player born in 1972, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball spanning from August 9, 1996, to September 27, 1996. Primarily serving as a position player, Bluma's time in the majors was marked by a total of 17 games played. Despite the challenges of establishing a foothold in the competitive environment of the late 1990s, he contributed to his teams with resilience and determination, characteristics that define the spirit of many athletes from this era.
Throughout his short career, Bluma struggled to make a significant impact on the field, finishing with a batting average of 0.0, with no hits, home runs, or RBIs recorded. While his statistical contributions may not reflect the success typically associated with major leaguers, Bluma's journey through professional baseball highlights the intense competition and unpredictability of the sport. His experience serves as a reminder of the many players who aspire to reach the highest level of the game, often facing hurdles in the pursuit of their dreams.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 20.0 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 3.60 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | KCR | AL | 0 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 20.0 | 18 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 3.60 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | KCR | AL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | KCA | P | 17 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 17 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | KCA | AL | $165,000 |
| 1996 | KCA | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $274,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita State University | Wichita | KS | 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 |