Jim Tracy
Born: 12/31/1955 in Hamilton, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-07-20 | Final Game: 1981-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: James Edwin Tracy
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Biography
Jim Tracy, born in 1955, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1980 to 1981. Primarily serving as a position player, he made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was evolving, transitioning from the traditional styles of play prevalent in the 1970s to the more dynamic approaches that characterized the 1980s. Tracy played a total of 87 games in the major leagues, where he accumulated 46 hits, including three home runs. His batting average stood at .249, and he contributed 14 RBIs and three stolen bases to his teams.
Tracy's playing style reflected the versatility and adaptability required of players during this transitional era in baseball. Although his time in the majors was brief, his contributions were notable for their context within the gameβs history. After his playing career, Tracy transitioned into coaching and management, where he continued to influence the sport, furthering his legacy beyond his playing days. His journey through the ranks of professional baseball highlights the dedication and resilience characteristic of many players from his generation.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87 | 185 | 18 | 46 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 14 | 3 | 25 | 51 | 0.249 | 0.336 | 0.368 | 0.704 | 29.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | CHC | NL | 42 | 122 | 12 | 31 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 13 | 37 | 0.254 | 38.6 |
| 1981 | CHC | NL | 45 | 63 | 6 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 12 | 14 | 0.238 | -9.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| OF | 42 | 39 | 54 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | CHN | 1B | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1980 | CHN | OF | 31 | 29 | 38 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1981 | CHN | OF | 11 | 10 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 32 |
| Right Field | 15 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marietta College | Marietta | OH | 1975, 1976 |