Jim Field, baseball player, 1883-1898

Jim Field

Born: 4/24/1863 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Died: 5/13/1953 in Atlantic City, NJ, USA

MLB Debut: 1883-06-02 | Final Game: 1898-07-21

Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: James C. Field

Biography

Jim Field was born in 1863 and had a professional baseball career that spanned from 1883 to 1898. As a pitcher, he played during a transformative period in the sport, when baseball was evolving from its early days into a more organized and competitive game. Field's career statistics reflect his contributions on the mound, with a record of 1-0 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.79. He recorded 2 strikeouts and notched 1 save, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure. Field's playing style was characterized by his skillful pitching, which was crucial in an era that emphasized both strategy and the development of pitching techniques. While he may not have achieved the accolades of some of his contemporaries, his impact on the game during the late 19th century contributed to the foundation of modern pitching. Jim Field remains a notable figure in the annals of baseball history, representing the dedication and talent of players from the early days of the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
1 0 2 1 1 0 1 9.7 7 3 0 4 2 2.79 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
331 1270 180 292 38 21 10 50 9 77 1 0.230 0.289 0.317 0.605 -230.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 330 0 3436 79 161 174
P 2 0 0 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 2
First Base 330