Jim Peterson
Born: 8/18/1908 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 4/8/1975 in Palm Beach, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1931-07-09 | Final Game: 1937-04-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: James Niels Peterson
Biography
Jim Peterson, born in 1908, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1931 to 1937. He made his debut during a time when the game was transitioning away from the deadball era, and his career unfolded amidst the evolving landscape of the sport. Peterson's tenure in the league was marked by his tenacity on the mound, despite facing fierce competition. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 2-6 with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.27, showcasing the challenges many pitchers faced during this period.
Throughout his time in the league, Peterson struck out 29 batters, reflecting a competitive spirit and a dedication to his craft. Although he did not secure any saves, his contributions to his teams during the 1930s were significant in a time when baseball was beginning to see the rise of more specialized roles for pitchers. Jim Peterson's career, while modest in statistical output, represents the journey of many players who shaped the early years of modern baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 6 | 41 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 109.3 | 140 | 64 | 9 | 42 | 29 | 5.27 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | PHA | AL | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 7 | 6.23 | 379.1 |
| 1933 | PHA | AL | 2 | 5 | 32 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 90.7 | 114 | 50 | 36 | 18 | 4.96 | -1492.3 |
| 1937 | BRO | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 7.94 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 29 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 0.172 | 0.273 | 0.207 | 0.480 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | PHA | AL | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1933 | PHA | AL | 32 | 27 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 0.148 | 0.0 |
| 1937 | BRO | NL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 41 | 0 | 6 | 37 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | PHA | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1933 | PHA | P | 32 | 0 | 6 | 31 | 0 | 0 |
| 1937 | BRO | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 41 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia | PA | 1929, 1930, 1931 |