Jim Robertson
Born: 1/29/1928 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 10/21/2015 in Redmond, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-04-15 | Final Game: 1955-05-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 183 lbs
Full name: Alfred James Robertson
Biography
Jim Robertson was a professional baseball player born in 1928, who played in the Major Leagues from 1954 to 1955. Primarily serving as a position player, Robertson's career spanned a brief period during the early years of the post-World War II era, a time when baseball was experiencing significant changes and the emergence of new talent. He made his debut on April 15, 1954, and appeared in a total of 69 games over his two-season career.
Throughout his time in the league, Robertson recorded 29 hits and drove in 8 runs, finishing with a batting average of .187. Although he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, his contributions to his team were part of the larger narrative of baseball during the mid-1950s, a time marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded approach. While his playing statistics may not reflect a standout career, Robertson's experience in the majors places him among the ranks of players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during this transformative period.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 | 155 | 10 | 29 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 24 | 27 | 0.187 | 0.300 | 0.239 | 0.539 | -623.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PHA | AL | 63 | 147 | 9 | 27 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 23 | 25 | 0.184 | -623.4 |
| 1955 | KC1 | AL | 6 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 54 | 45 | 215 | 20 | 6 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PHA | C | 50 | 43 | 207 | 18 | 6 | 6 |
| 1955 | KC1 | C | 4 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 54 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley University | Peoria | IL | 1948, 1949 |