Jim Kane
Born: 11/27/1881 in Scranton, PA, USA
Died: 10/2/1947 in Omaha, NE, USA
MLB Debut: 1908-04-21 | Final Game: 1908-10-04
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 225 lbs
Full name: James Joseph Kane
Biography
Jim Kane, born in 1881, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century. His career spanned from April 21, 1908, to October 4, 1908, during a transformative period in Major League Baseball, as the sport was beginning to evolve from the deadball era into a more dynamic game. Kane played a total of 55 games, where he demonstrated his versatility as a position player.
Throughout the 1908 season, Kane recorded 35 hits, resulting in a batting average of .241. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed significantly to his team's offense with 22 RBIs and successfully stole 5 bases. Despite a brief career, Kane's efforts on the field reflected the gritty, competitive spirit of his time, marking him as a noteworthy figure in the annals of baseball history. His time in the league, although limited, contributed to the rich tapestry of early baseball that laid the groundwork for future generations of players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 145 | 16 | 35 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 22 | 5 | 12 | 16 | 0.241 | 0.299 | 0.303 | 0.603 | -0.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | PIT | NL | 55 | 145 | 16 | 35 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 22 | 5 | 12 | 16 | 0.241 | -0.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 40 | 36 | 378 | 24 | 14 | 19 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1908 | PIT | 1B | 40 | 36 | 378 | 24 | 14 | 19 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 39 |