Jim Greengrass, baseball player, 1952-1956

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

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

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