Jim Breazeale
Born: 10/3/1949 in Houston, TX, USA
Died: 3/13/2025 in Bay City, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-09-13 | Final Game: 1978-07-19
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: James Leo Breazeale
Biography
Jim Breazeale, born in 1949, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player from 1969 until his retirement in 1978. Over the course of his career, Breazeale participated in 89 games, showcasing his power-hitting ability with a total of 40 hits, including 9 home runs. He accumulated 33 RBIs, contributing to his teams during critical moments, although he finished his career with a batting average of .223. Notably, Breazeale did not record any stolen bases, indicating his role was more focused on power hitting than speed on the base paths.
Breazeale’s playing years fell within a transformative period in baseball history, as the game was evolving with increased emphasis on power hitting and offensive production. Despite the challenges of competing in the era, Breazeale established himself as a valuable contributor to his teams, leaving a mark as a player who could deliver key hits and home runs during his time on the field. His career, while not widely celebrated, reflects the hard work and dedication of many players who contributed to the fabric of Major League Baseball during the 1970s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 | 179 | 20 | 40 | 5 | 0 | 9 | 33 | 0 | 16 | 25 | 0.223 | 0.284 | 0.402 | 0.686 | 57.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | ATL | NL | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | ATL | NL | 10 | 21 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.190 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | ATL | NL | 52 | 85 | 10 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 0.247 | 141.4 |
| 1978 | CHW | AL | 25 | 72 | 8 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 0.208 | -83.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 40 | 35 | 279 | 8 | 2 | 24 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | ATL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1971 | ATL | 1B | 4 | 4 | 31 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 1972 | ATL | 1B | 16 | 12 | 119 | 3 | 0 | 11 |
| 1972 | ATL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | CHA | 1B | 19 | 19 | 124 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 41 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |