Jim Driscoll
Born: 5/14/1944 in Medford, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1970-06-17 | Final Game: 1972-05-26
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: James Bernard Driscoll
Biography
Jim Driscoll, born in 1944, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1970 to 1972. Over the course of his brief career, Driscoll appeared in 36 games, showcasing the challenges faced by many players during the early 1970s, a period marked by a transition in the game as it moved away from the conservative strategies of the past toward a more dynamic style.
During his time in the majors, Driscoll recorded 10 hits, including one home run, and drove in two runs, finishing with a batting average of .143. Although his statistical contributions were modest, Driscoll's presence in the league reflected the depth of talent and the intense competition for roster spots during an era when teams increasingly sought to maximize their offensive potential. His career, albeit short, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the journey of a player who achieved the dream of reaching the major leagues.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 70 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 18 | 0.143 | 0.200 | 0.186 | 0.386 | -265.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | OAK | AL | 21 | 52 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 0.192 | -265.7 |
| 1972 | TEX | AL | 15 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 11 | 8 | 18 | 20 | 2 | 7 |
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 7 | 6 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | OAK | 2B | 7 | 7 | 13 | 16 | 1 | 5 |
| 1970 | OAK | SS | 7 | 6 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 3 |
| 1972 | TEX | 2B | 4 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| 1972 | TEX | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 11 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Shortstop | 7 |