Jim Bolger, baseball player, 1950-1959

Jim Bolger

Born: 2/23/1932 in Cincinnati, OH, USA

Died: 4/9/2020 in Green Township, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1950-06-24 | Final Game: 1959-09-18

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: James Cyril Bolger

Biography

Jim Bolger was a professional baseball player born in 1932, who played the majority of his career in the 1950s. He made his Major League debut on April 18, 1950, and continued to appear in games until September 18, 1959. Over the course of his career, Bolger played in 312 games, primarily as a position player. He recorded a total of 140 hits, contributing to a batting average of .229. His offensive contributions included 6 home runs and 48 runs batted in, along with 3 stolen bases. Bolger's career unfolded during a transformative time in Major League Baseball, marked by significant changes in player dynamics and the increasing integration of the sport. While he may not have been a household name, Bolger's role in the league reflected the competitive nature of the era, where players vied for recognition amid a backdrop of evolving strategies and growing fan engagement. His journey through the major leagues remains a testament to the dedication and passion required to succeed at the highest level of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
312 612 65 140 14 6 6 48 3 32 83 0.229 0.272 0.301 0.572 -2184.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 3 2 2 3 2 0
OF 164 125 338 6 12 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 3
Left Field 62
Center Field 88
Right Field 24