Jimmy Sebring
Born: 3/25/1882 in Hoytville, PA, USA
Died: 12/22/1909 in Williamsport, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1902-09-08 | Final Game: 1909-08-06
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: James Dennison Sebring
Biography
Jimmy Sebring was a professional baseball player born in 1882, whose career spanned from 1902 to 1909. Known for his versatility as a position player, Sebring played in a total of 363 games during his time in the major leagues. He made a mark with his offensive contributions, accumulating 368 hits and recording a batting average of .261. Sebring demonstrated both power and speed, hitting 6 home runs and driving in 168 RBIs, while also showcasing his agility on the bases with 52 stolen bases.
Sebring's career unfolded during a dynamic era in baseball's history, characterized by a shift in playing styles and strategies. His contributions to the game reflected the evolving nature of offensive play at the time, as players began to embrace a more aggressive approach on the bases. While not one of the most celebrated stars of his era, Sebring's solid performance and ability to steal bases added a valuable dimension to his teams, helping to lay the groundwork for the fast-paced style of play that would come to define baseball in the decades that followed. He retired on August 6, 1909, leaving behind a legacy as a skilled player who navigated the early years of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 363 | 1411 | 178 | 368 | 51 | 32 | 6 | 168 | 52 | 93 | 132 | 0.261 | 0.308 | 0.355 | 0.663 | 637.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | PIT | NL | 19 | 80 | 15 | 26 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 15 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 0.325 | 283.3 |
| 1903 | PIT | NL | 124 | 506 | 71 | 140 | 16 | 13 | 4 | 64 | 20 | 32 | 45 | 0.277 | 543.2 |
| 1904 | CIN | NL | 56 | 222 | 22 | 50 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 24 | 8 | 14 | 24 | 0.225 | -387.5 |
| 1904 | PIT | NL | 80 | 305 | 28 | 82 | 11 | 7 | 0 | 32 | 8 | 17 | 23 | 0.269 | -387.5 |
| 1905 | CIN | NL | 58 | 217 | 31 | 62 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 28 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 0.286 | 496.7 |
| 1909 | BRO | NL | 25 | 81 | 11 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 0.099 | -513.9 |
| 1909 | WSN | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | -513.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 30 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | WS | PIT | 8 | 30 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 361 | 216 | 573 | 62 | 37 | 24 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | PIT | OF | 19 | 0 | 33 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 1903 | PIT | OF | 124 | 0 | 208 | 20 | 18 | 11 |
| 1904 | CIN | OF | 56 | 56 | 88 | 11 | 0 | 3 |
| 1904 | PIT | OF | 80 | 80 | 146 | 16 | 7 | 5 |
| 1905 | CIN | OF | 56 | 56 | 63 | 6 | 9 | 2 |
| 1909 | BRO | OF | 25 | 24 | 35 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1909 | WS1 | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 22 |
| Right Field | 339 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucknell University | Lewisburg | PA | 1901 |