Jim Brown
Born: 3/31/1891 in Laurel, MD, USA
Died: 10/22/1944 in Bradwood, OR, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-09-13 | Final Game: 1916-09-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 178 lbs
Full name: James Donaldson Brown
Biography
Jim Brown was a professional baseball player born in 1891, whose career spanned a brief period from 1915 to 1916. Primarily playing as a position player, he made a notable impact during his time in the Major Leagues, participating in a total of 15 games. Over the course of his career, Brown recorded 11 hits and achieved a batting average of 0.25. He demonstrated his power at the plate with one home run and contributed five runs batted in (RBIs) to his team's efforts. Despite not having any stolen bases, his presence in the lineup showcased his ability to impact the game in various ways.
Brown's career unfolded in the midst of a rapidly evolving era in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach. Although his time in the majors was limited, his contributions during this transitional phase reflected the shifting dynamics within the sport. Brown's journey through professional baseball, albeit short-lived, is a reminder of the many players who played significant but often overlooked roles in the rich tapestry of the game’s history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 44 | 6 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0.250 | 0.340 | 0.409 | 0.749 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | STL | NL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1916 | PHA | AL | 14 | 42 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.238 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 13 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | SLN | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1916 | PHA | OF | 12 | 0 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 7 |
| Right Field | 6 |