Jim Olander
Born: 2/21/1963 in Tucson, AZ, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-09-20 | Final Game: 1991-10-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: James Bentley Olander
Biography
Jim Olander, born in 1963, was a professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball for a brief period during the 1991 season. Olander's career spanned from September 20, 1991, to October 5, 1991, during which he participated in 12 games as a position player. Despite his limited opportunities on the field, Olander's journey to the major leagues is a testament to the perseverance and dedication required to reach the highest level of the sport.
Throughout his short stint in the majors, Olander faced significant challenges, finishing with a batting average of .0, without recording a hit, home run, or run batted in. While his statistical impact was minimal, Olander's experience is emblematic of the many players who strive for success in MLB yet find themselves limited by circumstances. His time in baseball, albeit fleeting, contributes to the rich tapestry of the sport, highlighting the competitive nature of professional baseball during the early 1990s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.182 | 0.000 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | ATL | AL | 12 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 9 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | ML4 | OF | 9 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |