Jim Pisoni
Born: 8/14/1929 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 2/4/2007 in Dallas, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1953-09-25 | Final Game: 1960-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 169 lbs
Full name: James Peter Pisoni
Biography
Jim Pisoni, born in 1929, was a professional baseball player known for his tenure in Major League Baseball from 1953 to 1960. Primarily serving as a position player, Pisoni played a total of 103 games during his career. He recorded 40 hits and hit 6 home runs, driving in 20 RBIs with a batting average of .212. Despite his modest offensive numbers, Pisoni contributed to his teams with his versatility on the field.
Pisoni's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the transition from the post-war era into a time of increasing competitive balance. While he did not achieve the prolific offensive production seen in some of his contemporaries, Pisoni's dedication to the game and his ability to contribute in key moments showcased the important role of supporting players in a team's dynamic. His time in the majors remains a testament to the spirit of perseverance that characterized many players of his generation.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 103 | 189 | 26 | 40 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 20 | 0 | 16 | 47 | 0.212 | 0.278 | 0.354 | 0.632 | -13.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | SLA | AL | 3 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | KC1 | AL | 10 | 30 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | KC1 | AL | 44 | 97 | 14 | 23 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 10 | 17 | 0.237 | -13.0 |
| 1959 | ATL | NL | 9 | 24 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1959 | NYY | AL | 17 | 17 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.176 | 0.0 |
| 1960 | NYY | AL | 20 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 98 | 48 | 166 | 8 | 4 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | SLA | OF | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | KC1 | OF | 9 | 9 | 24 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1957 | KC1 | OF | 44 | 30 | 88 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1959 | ML1 | OF | 9 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1959 | NYA | OF | 15 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1960 | NYA | OF | 18 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 24 |
| Center Field | 71 |
| Right Field | 6 |