Jim Bronstad
Born: 6/22/1936 in Fort Worth, TX, USA
Died: 4/9/2022 in Fort Worth, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1959-06-07 | Final Game: 1964-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 196 lbs
Full name: James Warren Bronstad
Biography
Jim Bronstad was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1959 to 1964. Born in 1936, Bronstad made his Major League Baseball debut during an era when the game was transitioning from the dominant pitching of the late 1950s into a more offense-driven style in the following decade. Over the course of his career, he played for several teams, amassing a record of 1-7 with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.48. Bronstad demonstrated a solid ability to strike out batters, recording a total of 45 strikeouts and securing 3 saves during his time on the mound.
Despite not achieving significant individual success in terms of wins, Bronstad's contributions to his teams reflected the challenges faced by pitchers in an evolving game. His career unfolded during a period marked by the rise of power hitting and the introduction of more advanced training and strategy in baseball. While Bronstad may not be a household name, his journey through the majors exemplifies the dedication and perseverance of many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | 45 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 93.7 | 110 | 57 | 11 | 37 | 45 | 5.48 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | NYY | AL | 0 | 3 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 29.3 | 34 | 17 | 13 | 14 | 5.22 | - |
| 1963 | WS2 | AL | 1 | 3 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 57.3 | 66 | 36 | 22 | 22 | 5.65 | -2170.8 |
| 1964 | WS2 | AL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 5.14 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.000 | 0.056 | 0.000 | 0.056 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | NYY | AL | 16 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1963 | WS2 | AL | 27 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | WS2 | AL | 4 | 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 | 45 | 3 | 10 | 20 | 0 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | NYA | P | 16 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1963 | WS2 | P | 25 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
| 1964 | WS2 | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 45 |