Jimmie Reese
Born: 10/1/1901 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 7/13/1994 in Santa Ana, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1930-04-19 | Final Game: 1932-09-25
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: James Herman Reese
Biography
Jimmie Reese was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 1930s. Born in 1901, Reese played primarily as a position player from 1930 until his retirement in 1932. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 232 games and recorded 206 hits, achieving a batting average of .278. Known for his versatility on the field, Reese contributed offensively with 8 home runs and 70 runs batted in, along with 7 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to combine power with speed.
Reese's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the gradual shift away from the deadball era and the emergence of more potent offensive play. His performance on the field reflected the competitive spirit of the time, as he navigated the challenges of a rapidly evolving game. Although his playing days were brief, Jimmie Reese's contributions to his teams, along with his solid batting skills, left an enduring legacy in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 232 | 742 | 123 | 206 | 39 | 4 | 8 | 70 | 7 | 48 | 37 | 0.278 | 0.324 | 0.373 | 0.697 | -963.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | NYY | AL | 77 | 188 | 44 | 65 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 18 | 1 | 11 | 8 | 0.346 | 363.2 |
| 1931 | NYY | AL | 65 | 245 | 41 | 59 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 26 | 2 | 17 | 10 | 0.241 | -643.2 |
| 1932 | STL | NL | 90 | 309 | 38 | 82 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 26 | 4 | 20 | 19 | 0.265 | -683.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 186 | 0 | 468 | 487 | 24 | 118 |
| 3B | 5 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | NYA | 2B | 48 | 0 | 86 | 99 | 5 | 26 |
| 1930 | NYA | 3B | 5 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1931 | NYA | 2B | 61 | 0 | 173 | 168 | 10 | 44 |
| 1932 | SLN | 2B | 77 | 0 | 209 | 220 | 9 | 48 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 186 |
| Third Base | 5 |