Jimmy Walsh
Born: 3/25/1886 in Lima, OH, USA
Died: 1/21/1947 in Baltimore, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-04-25 | Final Game: 1915-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 174 lbs
Full name: Michael Timothy Walsh
Biography
Jimmy Walsh was born in 1886 and made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 20th century, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more lively, power-hitting game that would emerge in subsequent decades. Walsh played from 1910 until his retirement on October 2, 1915, appearing in 502 games primarily as a position player. Over the course of his career, he compiled a batting average of .285, demonstrating a consistent ability to hit for average while also contributing power with 25 home runs and 212 RBIs.
Known for his speed on the basepaths, Walsh recorded 45 stolen bases, showcasing an element of his game that was crucial in an era where baserunning skills were highly valued. His offensive contributions helped shape his teams during a pivotal time in baseball history, as the sport began to evolve towards a more dynamic style of play. Though not as widely recognized today, Jimmy Walsh's performance on the field left an indelible mark on the teams he played for and reflected the competitive spirit of the game during his playing years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 502 | 1571 | 178 | 447 | 84 | 14 | 25 | 212 | 45 | 101 | 197 | 0.285 | 0.332 | 0.404 | 0.735 | 2641.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | PHI | NL | 88 | 242 | 28 | 60 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 31 | 5 | 25 | 38 | 0.248 | 157.1 |
| 1911 | PHI | NL | 94 | 289 | 29 | 78 | 20 | 3 | 1 | 31 | 5 | 21 | 30 | 0.270 | -61.5 |
| 1912 | PHI | NL | 51 | 150 | 16 | 40 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 19 | 3 | 8 | 20 | 0.267 | -76.0 |
| 1913 | PHI | NL | 26 | 30 | 3 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1914 | BLF | FL | 120 | 428 | 54 | 132 | 25 | 4 | 10 | 65 | 18 | 22 | 56 | 0.308 | 1508.0 |
| 1915 | BLF | FL | 106 | 401 | 43 | 121 | 20 | 1 | 9 | 60 | 12 | 21 | 44 | 0.302 | 1114.0 |
| 1915 | SLF | FL | 17 | 31 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0.194 | 1114.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 13.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | PHI | NL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 13.50 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 78 | 22 | 145 | 216 | 18 | 29 |
| 3B | 253 | 5 | 281 | 448 | 59 | 35 |
| C | 9 | 0 | 27 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| OF | 76 | 27 | 132 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 22 | 8 | 24 | 45 | 11 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | PHI | 2B | 26 | 22 | 53 | 72 | 7 | 8 |
| 1910 | PHI | 3B | 5 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| 1910 | PHI | SS | 9 | 8 | 8 | 23 | 8 | 3 |
| 1910 | PHI | OF | 26 | 27 | 59 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1911 | PHI | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1911 | PHI | C | 4 | 0 | 21 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| 1911 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1911 | PHI | 2B | 14 | 0 | 26 | 41 | 2 | 8 |
| 1911 | PHI | 3B | 7 | 0 | 10 | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| 1911 | PHI | SS | 9 | 0 | 15 | 18 | 2 | 3 |
| 1911 | PHI | OF | 48 | 0 | 73 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 1912 | PHI | C | 5 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1912 | PHI | 2B | 31 | 0 | 57 | 94 | 9 | 10 |
| 1912 | PHI | 3B | 12 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 1 | 2 |
| 1913 | PHI | 2B | 6 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 3 |
| 1913 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1913 | PHI | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1913 | PHI | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1914 | BLF | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1914 | BLF | 3B | 113 | 0 | 125 | 217 | 25 | 18 |
| 1914 | BLF | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1914 | BLF | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | BLF | 3B | 106 | 0 | 131 | 190 | 22 | 15 |
| 1915 | SLF | 3B | 9 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| Catcher | 9 |
| First Base | 2 |
| Second Base | 77 |
| Third Base | 253 |
| Shortstop | 24 |
| Left Field | 29 |
| Center Field | 18 |
| Right Field | 33 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 22th | 2.0 | 64 | 0 |