Jimmy Outlaw
Born: 1/20/1913 in Orme, TN, USA
Died: 4/9/2006 in Jackson, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-04-20 | Final Game: 1949-05-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: James Paulus Outlaw
Biography
Jimmy Outlaw, born in 1913, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1937 to 1949. Primarily serving as a position player, Outlaw appeared in 650 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 529 hits, showcasing his ability to consistently reach base, and finished his career with a batting average of .268. While he did not hit for significant power, totaling only 6 home runs, Outlaw contributed to his teams with 184 RBIs and 24 stolen bases, demonstrating versatility and speed on the basepaths.
Playing during a transformative era in baseball, Outlaw's career unfolded in the years leading up to and following World War II, a time when the game was evolving both on and off the field. His contributions to the teams he played for were marked by a solid all-around skill set, making him a valuable player in the lineup. Outlaw's legacy is defined by his resilience and adaptability in a competitive environment, leaving a lasting impression on the teams he represented before retiring in 1949.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 650 | 1974 | 257 | 529 | 79 | 17 | 6 | 184 | 24 | 188 | 176 | 0.268 | 0.333 | 0.334 | 0.668 | -1373.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | CIN | NL | 49 | 165 | 18 | 45 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 31 | 0.273 | -446.5 |
| 1938 | CIN | NL | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | BSN | NL | 65 | 133 | 15 | 35 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 10 | 14 | 0.263 | -459.1 |
| 1943 | DET | AL | 20 | 67 | 8 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 0.269 | 33.2 |
| 1944 | DET | AL | 139 | 535 | 69 | 146 | 20 | 6 | 3 | 57 | 7 | 41 | 40 | 0.273 | -127.3 |
| 1945 | DET | AL | 132 | 446 | 56 | 121 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 34 | 6 | 45 | 33 | 0.271 | -156.4 |
| 1946 | DET | AL | 92 | 299 | 36 | 78 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 31 | 5 | 29 | 24 | 0.261 | -137.6 |
| 1947 | DET | AL | 70 | 127 | 20 | 29 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 3 | 21 | 14 | 0.228 | -199.1 |
| 1948 | DET | AL | 74 | 198 | 33 | 56 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 31 | 15 | 0.283 | 119.1 |
| 1949 | DET | AL | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 28 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0.179 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | WS | DET | 7 | 28 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0.179 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 158 | 0 | 142 | 282 | 35 | 21 |
| OF | 390 | 0 | 706 | 36 | 21 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | CIN | 3B | 41 | 0 | 41 | 87 | 12 | 4 |
| 1939 | BSN | 3B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1939 | BSN | OF | 39 | 0 | 80 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1943 | DET | OF | 16 | 0 | 32 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1944 | DET | OF | 137 | 0 | 254 | 14 | 10 | 2 |
| 1945 | DET | 3B | 21 | 0 | 18 | 42 | 4 | 5 |
| 1945 | DET | OF | 105 | 0 | 192 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 1946 | DET | 3B | 38 | 0 | 30 | 59 | 7 | 4 |
| 1946 | DET | OF | 43 | 0 | 71 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1947 | DET | 3B | 9 | 0 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1947 | DET | OF | 37 | 0 | 58 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1948 | DET | 3B | 47 | 0 | 39 | 87 | 11 | 8 |
| 1948 | DET | OF | 13 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 157 |
| Left Field | 225 |
| Center Field | 65 |
| Right Field | 106 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn University | Auburn | AL | 1933 |