Jim Farr
Born: 5/18/1956 in Waverly, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-07 | Final Game: 1982-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: James Alfred Farr
Biography
Jim Farr, born in 1956, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player from September 7, 1982, to October 3, 1982. Despite the short duration of his time in the majors, Farr's entry into the league came during a dynamic era for baseball, characterized by the rise of power hitters and the increasing commercialization of the sport.
Farr appeared in 5 games throughout his career but unfortunately did not record any hits, home runs, or runs batted in, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. While his statistical output may not reflect a lasting impact on the field, his journey to the majors is emblematic of the aspirations of many players who dream of making it at the highest level. After his brief stint in the league, Farr transitioned away from professional baseball, leaving behind a legacy defined not by numbers but by the shared experience of countless athletes striving for their moment in the spotlight.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 20 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 2.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 20 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 2.50 | 291.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | TEX | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | TEX | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University | State College | PA | 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |