Jim Gosger
Born: 11/6/1942 in Port Huron, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-05-04 | Final Game: 1974-09-22
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: James Charles Gosger
Biography
Jim Gosger was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1963 until his retirement in 1974. Born in 1942, Gosger appeared in 705 games throughout his career, showcasing his versatility and dedication on the field. He accumulated 411 hits, including 30 home runs, while driving in 177 runs and achieving a batting average of .226. Known for his speed, he also recorded 25 stolen bases, adding a dynamic element to his gameplay.
Gosger played during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, which saw the integration of players and a shift in playing styles. While his overall statistics may not reflect the dominant offensive prowess of his contemporaries, he contributed to several teams and provided valuable experience and depth to the rosters he was part of. His career spanned the late 1960s and early 1970s, a time when baseball was evolving both on and off the field. Gosger's commitment to the game and his contributions to his teams left a lasting impact in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 705 | 1815 | 197 | 411 | 67 | 16 | 30 | 177 | 25 | 217 | 316 | 0.226 | 0.309 | 0.331 | 0.640 | -943.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | BOS | AL | 19 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.062 | 0.0 |
| 1965 | BOS | AL | 81 | 324 | 45 | 83 | 15 | 4 | 9 | 35 | 3 | 29 | 61 | 0.256 | 336.2 |
| 1966 | BOS | AL | 40 | 126 | 16 | 32 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 15 | 20 | 0.254 | 187.4 |
| 1966 | KC1 | AL | 88 | 272 | 34 | 61 | 14 | 1 | 5 | 27 | 5 | 37 | 53 | 0.224 | 187.4 |
| 1967 | KC1 | AL | 134 | 356 | 31 | 86 | 14 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 53 | 69 | 0.242 | 354.6 |
| 1968 | OAK | AL | 88 | 150 | 7 | 27 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 17 | 21 | 0.180 | -640.4 |
| 1969 | NYN | NL | 10 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | SE1 | AL | 39 | 55 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 0.109 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | WSN | NL | 91 | 274 | 38 | 72 | 11 | 2 | 5 | 37 | 5 | 35 | 35 | 0.263 | 147.3 |
| 1971 | WSN | NL | 51 | 102 | 7 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 0.157 | -599.1 |
| 1973 | NYN | NL | 38 | 92 | 9 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 16 | 0.239 | -285.7 |
| 1974 | NYN | NL | 26 | 33 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 25 | 21 | 168 | 11 | 3 | 16 |
| OF | 555 | 419 | 994 | 25 | 15 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | BOS | OF | 4 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1965 | BOS | OF | 81 | 81 | 195 | 4 | 5 | 2 |
| 1966 | BOS | OF | 32 | 28 | 66 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1966 | KC1 | OF | 77 | 70 | 158 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1967 | KC1 | OF | 113 | 89 | 201 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| 1968 | OAK | OF | 64 | 37 | 99 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 1969 | NYN | OF | 5 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | SE1 | OF | 26 | 12 | 36 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | MON | 1B | 19 | 16 | 128 | 7 | 3 | 14 |
| 1970 | MON | OF | 71 | 53 | 124 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 1971 | MON | 1B | 6 | 5 | 40 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 1971 | MON | OF | 23 | 16 | 39 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1973 | NYN | OF | 35 | 22 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | NYN | OF | 24 | 6 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 25 |
| Left Field | 215 |
| Center Field | 292 |
| Right Field | 84 |