Jim Gray
Born: 8/7/1862 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Died: 1/31/1938 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1884-10-09 | Final Game: 1893-08-16
Throws: R
Full name: James W. Gray
Biography
Jim Gray was a professional baseball player born in 1862, whose career spanned from 1884 until 1893. Primarily known as a position player, Gray made his mark during an era when baseball was rapidly evolving, transitioning from the early days of the sport into a more organized and popular pastime. Over the course of his brief career, he participated in 6 games, showcasing a solid performance that resulted in 7 hits, including 1 home run, and 5 runs batted in, culminating in an impressive batting average of .304.
Despite the limited number of games he played, Gray's contributions to the teams he was part of were noteworthy. His ability to make contact and drive in runs highlighted a skill set that was essential during the late 19th century, a time when the game was characterized by its focus on batting prowess and strategic play. While his career was short-lived, Jim Gray remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the game's growth and the talents of the players who helped shape its early narrative.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 23 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.304 | 0.304 | 0.478 | 0.783 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | PT1 | AA | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1890 | PIT | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1890 | PTP | PL | 2 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1893 | PIT | NL | 2 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.444 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| SS | 3 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | PT1 | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1890 | PIT | SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 1890 | PTP | 2B | 2 | 0 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 1893 | PIT | SS | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 3 |