Jim Greengrass
Born: 10/24/1927 in Addison, NY, USA
Died: 9/9/2019 in Chatsworth, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1952-09-09 | Final Game: 1956-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: James Raymond Greengrass
Biography
Jim Greengrass was a professional baseball player born in 1927, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1952 until his retirement in 1956. Known for his solid offensive skills, Greengrass played a total of 504 games, compiling 482 hits and posting a batting average of .269. His power at the plate was evident as he belted 69 home runs and drove in 282 runs during his career. Although he was not known for his speed, he managed to steal 6 bases over the course of his time in the league.
Greengrass played during an era characterized by a blend of pre- and post-World War II baseball, where the game was transitioning into the modern era. He was a versatile position player, contributing to his teams with consistent hitting and reliable performance. His tenure in the league allowed him to witness and adapt to the evolving strategies of the game, and he remains a notable figure for fans of the era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 504 | 1793 | 243 | 482 | 82 | 16 | 69 | 282 | 6 | 165 | 271 | 0.269 | 0.330 | 0.448 | 0.778 | 2417.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | CIN | NL | 18 | 68 | 10 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 24 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 0.309 | 391.4 |
| 1953 | CIN | NL | 154 | 606 | 86 | 173 | 22 | 7 | 20 | 100 | 6 | 47 | 83 | 0.285 | 764.1 |
| 1954 | CIN | NL | 139 | 542 | 79 | 152 | 27 | 4 | 27 | 95 | 0 | 41 | 81 | 0.280 | 1294.3 |
| 1955 | CIN | NL | 13 | 39 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 0.103 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | PHI | NL | 94 | 323 | 43 | 88 | 20 | 2 | 12 | 37 | 0 | 33 | 43 | 0.272 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | PHI | NL | 86 | 215 | 24 | 44 | 9 | 2 | 5 | 25 | 0 | 28 | 43 | 0.205 | -567.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| OF | 463 | 279 | 987 | 34 | 21 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | CIN | OF | 17 | 0 | 55 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1953 | CIN | OF | 153 | 0 | 341 | 11 | 6 | 0 |
| 1954 | CIN | OF | 137 | 137 | 298 | 9 | 10 | 0 |
| 1955 | CIN | OF | 11 | 11 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | PHI | 3B | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1955 | PHI | OF | 83 | 83 | 159 | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| 1956 | PHI | OF | 62 | 48 | 104 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 311 |
| Center Field | 14 |
| Right Field | 139 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 6th | 1.0 | 24 | 1 |