Jimmy Slagle, baseball player, 1899-1908

Jimmy Slagle

Born: 7/11/1873 in Worthville, PA, USA

Died: 5/10/1956 in Chicago, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1899-04-17 | Final Game: 1908-10-03

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 144 lbs

Full name: James Franklin Slagle

Biography

Jimmy Slagle was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1899 to 1908. Born in 1873, Slagle was a notable figure in the early 20th century, a time when baseball was evolving rapidly from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,300 games and recorded 1,343 hits, showcasing his consistency as a position player. With a batting average of .268, he demonstrated the ability to contribute effectively at the plate, while his 344 RBIs reflected his capacity to drive in runs during crucial moments. In addition to his offensive prowess, Slagle was known for his speed on the bases, accumulating 274 stolen bases throughout his career. This aspect of his game made him a valuable asset to his teams, as he often created scoring opportunities through aggressive base running. Although he hit only 2 home runs, Slagle's overall contributions in terms of hits and stolen bases underscored his role as a key player in the leagues he competed in. His career, which concluded in 1908, left a mark on the game as he navigated through a transformative period in baseball history, where the foundations for modern play were being established.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1300 5005 781 1343 124 56 2 344 274 619 421 0.268 0.352 0.317 0.668 4636.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
5 22 3 6 0 0 0 3 2 3 0.273

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1907 WS CHN 5 22 3 6 0 0 0 3 2 3 0.273

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1294 631 2694 168 150 57

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 569
Center Field 667
Right Field 61