Jim Roxburgh
Born: 1/17/1858 in San Francisco, CA, USA
Died: 2/21/1934 in San Francisco, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1884-05-30 | Final Game: 1887-06-09
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: James Henry Roxburgh
Biography
Jim Roxburgh, born in 1858, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1884 to June 9, 1887. Primarily serving as a position player, Roxburgh played a total of 4 games in Major League Baseball. During his brief tenure, he recorded 3 hits, resulting in a batting average of 0.25. While he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his involvement in the game came during a time when baseball was evolving into a more organized and competitive sport.
Roxburgh's career unfolded in the late 19th century, a period characterized by significant changes in baseball, including the transition from the deadball era and the introduction of new playing styles. Although his playing time was limited, Roxburgh contributed to the rich tapestry of early professional baseball, representing a generation of players who laid the groundwork for the sport's future. His legacy, while modest in statistical terms, reflects the spirit of perseverance and passion that defined baseball's formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.357 | 0.250 | 0.607 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | BL2 | AA | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1887 | PH4 | AA | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| C | 4 | 0 | 17 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | BL2 | C | 2 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1887 | PH4 | C | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1887 | PH4 | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 4 |
| Second Base | 1 |