Jim Campanis
Born: 2/9/1944 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1966-09-20 | Final Game: 1973-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: James Alexander Campanis
Biography
Jim Campanis was a professional baseball player born in 1944, who played as a position player from 1966 until his retirement in 1973. He was primarily known for his time in the major leagues, where he appeared in 113 games. Throughout his career, Campanis recorded a total of 32 hits, including 4 home runs, and drove in 9 runs, finishing with a batting average of .147. Despite his limited offensive production, his contributions on the field were marked by his versatility and resilience, characteristics that defined many players of his era.
Campanis's career spanned a transformative period in baseball history, as the sport was evolving with the integration of talent and the emergence of new playing styles. Although he faced challenges in achieving a higher batting average, his time in the league reflected the competitive nature of the game during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Despite retiring with a modest statistical record, Campanis remains a part of baseball's rich tapestry, embodying the spirit of determination that resonates with players from all generations.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 113 | 217 | 13 | 32 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 19 | 49 | 0.147 | 0.218 | 0.230 | 0.449 | -1053.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | LAD | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | LAD | NL | 41 | 62 | 3 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 0.161 | -163.2 |
| 1968 | LAD | NL | 4 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | KCR | AL | 30 | 83 | 4 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 19 | 0.157 | -550.1 |
| 1970 | KCR | AL | 31 | 54 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 0.130 | -339.8 |
| 1973 | PIT | NL | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 67 | 42 | 328 | 26 | 6 | 5 |
| OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | LAN | C | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | LAN | C | 23 | 9 | 90 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| 1968 | LAN | C | 4 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | KCA | C | 26 | 21 | 155 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
| 1970 | KCA | C | 13 | 8 | 63 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 1970 | KCA | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 68 |
| Right Field | 1 |