Jim Galvin
Born: 8/11/1907 in Somerville, MA, USA
Died: 9/30/1969 in Marietta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1930-09-27 | Final Game: 1930-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: James Joseph Galvin
Biography
Jim Galvin, born in 1907, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period from 1930 to 1930. Primarily serving as a position player, Galvin made his mark in Major League Baseball during an era that was characterized by the transition away from the deadball era and the onset of a more offensive-focused game. His time in the league was notably short, appearing in only 2 games, during which he did not record any hits, home runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0.
Despite the lack of statistical achievements, Galvin's presence on the field during this time reflects the challenges many players faced in breaking into a competitive major league environment. The early 1930s were a significant period for baseball, marked by changes in the game and the emergence of new talents. Although his playing career was limited, Jim Galvin's journey through Major League Baseball remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport's history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | BOS | AL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Career Games by Position
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