Jim Doyle
Born: 12/21/1886 in Detroit, MI, USA
Died: 2/1/1912 in Syracuse, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-05-04 | Final Game: 1911-10-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 168 lbs
Full name: James Francis Doyle
Biography
Jim Doyle, born in 1886, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1910 to 1911. Primarily serving as a position player, Doyle made a notable impact in the early years of the 20th century, a time characterized by evolving playing styles and strategies as baseball transitioned from the deadball era into a phase of increased offensive production. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 137 games, achieving 135 hits and posting a commendable batting average of .278.
Doyle's offensive contributions included five home runs and 63 runs batted in (RBIs), showcasing his ability to drive in runs during crucial moments. In addition to his hitting prowess, he demonstrated speed on the base paths, successfully stealing 19 bases. While his playing career was relatively brief, Doyle's performance reflected the competitive spirit of the era and contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the early 1910s, a period marked by the game's growing popularity and the gradual integration of more dynamic playing styles.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 137 | 485 | 70 | 135 | 25 | 12 | 5 | 63 | 19 | 40 | 56 | 0.278 | 0.336 | 0.410 | 0.746 | 659.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CIN | NL | 7 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1911 | CHC | NL | 130 | 472 | 69 | 133 | 23 | 12 | 5 | 62 | 19 | 40 | 54 | 0.282 | 659.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 130 | 2 | 139 | 280 | 36 | 25 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CIN | 3B | 3 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1910 | CIN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1911 | CHN | 3B | 127 | 0 | 134 | 278 | 35 | 25 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 132 |
| Center Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara University | Lewiston | NY | 1900, 1901, 1902 |