Jimmy Freeman
Born: 6/29/1951 in Carlsbad, NM, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-09-01 | Final Game: 1973-07-31
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Jimmy Lee Freeman
Biography
Jimmy Freeman was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1951, whose career spanned from 1972 to 1973. Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, he played for a brief period but made a notable impact as a left-handed pitcher during a transitional era in the sport. Freeman's career statistics included a record of 2-4, an earned run average (ERA) of 6.87, 38 strikeouts, and 1 save, reflecting the challenges he faced on the mound during his tenure.
Freeman's playing style was characterized by his ability to generate strikeouts, showcasing a competitive spirit that resonated with fans and teammates alike. Despite the brevity of his career, he contributed to the teams he played for with his left-handed pitching, a valuable asset in a time when the game was starting to see changes in offensive strategies. Although his career was short-lived, Jimmy Freeman remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the perseverance of athletes navigating the complexities of professional sports.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 | 19 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 73.3 | 90 | 56 | 12 | 47 | 38 | 6.87 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | ATL | NL | 2 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 36.0 | 40 | 24 | 22 | 18 | 6.00 | -1608.3 |
| 1973 | ATL | NL | 0 | 2 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 37.3 | 50 | 32 | 25 | 20 | 7.71 | -2064.1 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 26 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.115 | 0.179 | 0.115 | 0.294 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | ATL | NL | 8 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | ATL | NL | 14 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 19 | 11 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | ATL | P | 6 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1973 | ATL | P | 13 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 19 |