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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | CIN | NL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1951 | CIN | NL | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1954 | CIN | NL | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | CHC | NL | 64 | 160 | 19 | 33 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 9 | 17 | 0.206 | -750.3 |
| 1957 | CHC | NL | 112 | 273 | 28 | 75 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 29 | 0 | 10 | 36 | 0.275 | -473.4 |
| 1958 | CHC | NL | 84 | 120 | 15 | 27 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 9 | 20 | 0.225 | -405.6 |
| 1959 | CLE | AL | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1959 | PHI | NL | 35 | 48 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | CIN | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1954 | CIN | OF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | CHN | OF | 51 | 44 | 125 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 1957 | CHN | 3B | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 1957 | CHN | OF | 63 | 55 | 152 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1958 | CHN | OF | 37 | 20 | 46 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1959 | PHI | OF | 9 | 6 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 62 |
| Center Field | 88 |
| Right Field | 24 |