Jim Brideweser
Born: 2/13/1927 in Lancaster, OH, USA
Died: 8/25/1989 in El Toro, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1951-09-29 | Final Game: 1957-09-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: James Ehrenfeld Brideweser
Biography
Jim Brideweser was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1951 to 1957. Born in 1927, Brideweser made his mark during a transitional era in baseball, characterized by the shift from the post-war years into a more competitive landscape. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 329 games, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder.
Throughout his career, Brideweser amassed 156 hits, contributing to a batting average of .252. He demonstrated his ability to drive in runs with a total of 50 RBIs, alongside hitting one home run, while also displaying speed on the bases with 6 stolen bases. Although his career may not have been marked by overwhelming power or fame, Brideweser was known for his versatility and dedication on the field, adding depth to the teams he played for during the 1950s. His contributions to the game, while understated, were part of the fabric of a league that was rapidly evolving in the post-World War II era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 329 | 620 | 79 | 156 | 22 | 6 | 1 | 50 | 6 | 63 | 77 | 0.252 | 0.322 | 0.311 | 0.633 | -1238.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | NYY | AL | 2 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.375 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | NYY | AL | 42 | 38 | 12 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.263 | 0.0 |
| 1953 | NYY | AL | 7 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 1954 | BAL | AL | 73 | 204 | 18 | 54 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 15 | 27 | 0.265 | -442.8 |
| 1955 | CHW | AL | 34 | 58 | 6 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0.207 | -234.1 |
| 1956 | CHW | AL | 10 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | DET | AL | 70 | 156 | 23 | 34 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 20 | 19 | 0.218 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | BAL | AL | 91 | 142 | 16 | 38 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 2 | 21 | 15 | 0.268 | 71.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 57 | 47 | 132 | 127 | 11 | 30 |
| 3B | 11 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| SS | 217 | 92 | 231 | 382 | 35 | 86 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | NYA | SS | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| 1952 | NYA | 2B | 4 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1952 | NYA | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1952 | NYA | SS | 22 | 0 | 9 | 20 | 2 | 3 |
| 1953 | NYA | SS | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1954 | BAL | 2B | 19 | 16 | 39 | 37 | 6 | 8 |
| 1954 | BAL | SS | 48 | 30 | 67 | 103 | 10 | 22 |
| 1955 | CHA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1955 | CHA | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | CHA | SS | 26 | 15 | 27 | 48 | 4 | 12 |
| 1956 | CHA | SS | 10 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| 1956 | DET | 2B | 31 | 31 | 84 | 83 | 4 | 20 |
| 1956 | DET | 3B | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1956 | DET | SS | 32 | 11 | 27 | 51 | 1 | 12 |
| 1957 | BAL | 2B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | BAL | 3B | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | BAL | SS | 74 | 34 | 88 | 144 | 14 | 33 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 57 |
| Third Base | 11 |
| Shortstop | 218 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1947, 1948, 1949 |