James Darnell
Born: 1/19/1987 in Fresno, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 2011-08-09 | Final Game: 2012-05-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: James Thomas Darnell
Biography
James Darnell was an American professional baseball player born in 1987, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 2011 to 2012. He made his MLB debut on August 9, 2011, showcasing his skills in a brief but noteworthy career. Darnell appeared in 25 games, where he recorded 14 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 8 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .226. He also demonstrated his speed on the bases with 1 stolen base.
Darnell’s playing style combined power and versatility, traits that were particularly valuable in the evolving landscape of baseball during his playing era. Although his time in the majors was relatively short, he contributed to his teams with a solid performance that reflected the competitive spirit of a player aiming to make an impact in the league. After his retirement, Darnell's career remains a testament to the opportunities and challenges faced by players carving out their niche in professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 62 | 3 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 0.226 | 0.300 | 0.371 | 0.671 | -97.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | SDP | NL | 18 | 45 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 0.222 | -97.2 |
| 2012 | SDP | NL | 7 | 17 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 13 | 11 | 8 | 14 | 3 | 2 |
| OF | 7 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | SDN | 3B | 12 | 10 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 2 |
| 2011 | SDN | OF | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | SDN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | SDN | OF | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 13 |
| Left Field | 7 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina | Columbia | SC | 2006, 2007, 2008 |