Jim Maler
Born: 8/16/1958 in New York, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1981-09-03 | Final Game: 1983-07-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 230 lbs
Full name: James Michael Maler
Biography
Jim Maler, born in 1958, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 1980s. He played primarily as a position player between the years 1981 and 1983. Known for his versatility on the field, Maler participated in a total of 102 games, where he showcased his skills at the plate with 70 hits, 5 home runs, and 31 RBIs. His career batting average stood at .226, reflecting the challenges many players faced during an era characterized by the evolving dynamics of offensive play.
Maler's career unfolded in a period that saw significant changes in the game, including the transition away from the deadball era and the increasing emphasis on power hitting. Despite the competitive landscape, he managed to contribute to his teams while also demonstrating his speed with one stolen base. Though his time in the majors was relatively brief, Jim Maler remains a part of baseball history, remembered for his contributions during a transformative time for the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 102 | 310 | 24 | 70 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 31 | 1 | 19 | 47 | 0.226 | 0.283 | 0.326 | 0.609 | -858.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | SEA | AL | 12 | 23 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.348 | 0.0 |
| 1982 | SEA | AL | 64 | 221 | 18 | 50 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 26 | 0 | 12 | 35 | 0.226 | -552.7 |
| 1983 | SEA | AL | 26 | 66 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.182 | -306.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 81 | 73 | 717 | 52 | 5 | 58 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | SEA | 1B | 5 | 4 | 36 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 1982 | SEA | 1B | 57 | 53 | 529 | 41 | 5 | 45 |
| 1983 | SEA | 1B | 19 | 16 | 152 | 9 | 0 | 8 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 81 |
| Designated Hitter | 12 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Dade College - Kendall Campus | Miami | FL | 1978 |
| University of Miami | Coral Gables | FL | 1977 |