Jim Henry, baseball player, 1936-1939

Jim Henry

Born: 6/26/1910 in Danville, VA, USA

Died: 8/15/1976 in Memphis, TN, USA

MLB Debut: 1936-04-23 | Final Game: 1939-05-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: James Francis Henry

Biography

Jim Henry, born in 1910, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in the major leagues during the late 1930s. His career spanned from 1936 to 1939, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven game. Henry played in an era that emphasized the importance of pitching, and he contributed to his teams with a record of 6-2, showcasing both skill and reliability on the mound. Throughout his brief career, Henry recorded an earned run average (ERA) of 4.79 and accumulated 51 strikeouts, highlighting his ability to miss bats despite the challenges of the time. In addition to his win-loss record, he also notched one save, demonstrating his versatility as a pitcher capable of closing games. Though his time in the major leagues was relatively short, Jim Henry's contributions during a pivotal time in baseball history remain a testament to his talent and dedication to the sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
6 2 33 11 3 0 1 114.7 114 61 15 59 51 4.79 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
34 36 3 3 0 1 0 1 0 3 13 0.083 0.154 0.139 0.293 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 33 0 3 18 1 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 33