Jimmy Moore
Born: 4/24/1903 in Paris, TN, USA
Died: 3/7/1986 in Memphis, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1930-04-17 | Final Game: 1931-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 187 lbs
Full name: James William Moore
Biography
Jimmy Moore, born in 1903, was a professional baseball player who made his mark as a position player during a brief but impactful career from 1930 to 1931. He played in a total of 80 games, where he recorded 59 hits, including 4 home runs, and drove in 35 runs, which resulted in a batting average of .254. Moore also showcased his speed on the base paths, stealing 1 base during his time in the major leagues.
Competing in the early years of the 1930s, Moore's playing style reflected the transitional nature of baseball during this era, as the game was beginning to shift from the deadball style to a more power-oriented approach. Although his career was relatively short, Moore's contributions to his teams during this period highlighted the evolving dynamics of offense in baseball. His on-field performance remains a testament to the dedication and skill required in the game during a time of significant change.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | 232 | 32 | 59 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 35 | 1 | 19 | 20 | 0.254 | 0.316 | 0.358 | 0.674 | -268.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | CHW | AL | 16 | 39 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 0.205 | 0.0 |
| 1930 | PHA | AL | 15 | 50 | 10 | 19 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0.380 | 0.0 |
| 1931 | PHA | AL | 49 | 143 | 18 | 32 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 21 | 0 | 11 | 13 | 0.224 | -457.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | WS | PHA | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 |
| 1930 | WS | PHA | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 60 | 0 | 108 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | CHA | OF | 11 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 1930 | PHA | OF | 13 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1931 | PHA | OF | 36 | 0 | 70 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 43 |
| Center Field | 3 |
| Right Field | 14 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union University | Jackson | TN | 1922, 1923 |