Jimmy Welsh
Born: 10/9/1902 in Denver, CO, USA
Died: 10/30/1970 in Oakland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1925-04-14 | Final Game: 1930-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 174 lbs
Full name: James Daniel Welsh
Biography
Jimmy Welsh, born in 1902, was a prominent position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 1925 and 1930. Over the course of his career, Welsh played in 715 games, where he established himself as a reliable hitter, accumulating 778 hits and achieving a batting average of .290. His offensive contributions included 35 home runs and 288 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs and make impactful plays at the plate. Additionally, Welsh demonstrated speed on the bases, finishing his career with 37 stolen bases.
Welsh played during a dynamic period in baseball history, transitioning from the tail end of the deadball era into the more offensively charged years that followed. His style of play combined both power and speed, making him a valuable asset to his teams. Despite the competitive nature of the game, Welsh's consistent performance and ability to deliver in clutch situations solidified his legacy as a noteworthy player of his time. After retiring on September 28, 1930, Welsh left behind a commendable career that reflected the evolving nature of baseball during the late 1920s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 715 | 2684 | 387 | 778 | 127 | 47 | 35 | 288 | 37 | 156 | 144 | 0.290 | 0.340 | 0.411 | 0.751 | -503.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | BSN | NL | 122 | 484 | 69 | 151 | 25 | 8 | 7 | 63 | 7 | 20 | 24 | 0.312 | 231.1 |
| 1926 | BSN | NL | 134 | 490 | 69 | 136 | 18 | 11 | 3 | 57 | 6 | 33 | 28 | 0.278 | -349.4 |
| 1927 | BSN | NL | 131 | 497 | 72 | 143 | 26 | 7 | 9 | 54 | 11 | 23 | 27 | 0.288 | 76.7 |
| 1928 | NY1 | NL | 124 | 476 | 77 | 146 | 22 | 5 | 9 | 54 | 4 | 29 | 30 | 0.307 | 593.8 |
| 1929 | BSN | NL | 53 | 186 | 24 | 54 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 16 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 0.290 | 58.5 |
| 1929 | NY1 | NL | 38 | 129 | 25 | 32 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 9 | 3 | 0.248 | 58.5 |
| 1930 | BSN | NL | 113 | 422 | 51 | 116 | 21 | 9 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 29 | 23 | 0.275 | -873.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 3 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 687 | 0 | 1756 | 100 | 55 | 28 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | BSN | 2B | 3 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1925 | BSN | OF | 116 | 0 | 237 | 27 | 11 | 7 |
| 1926 | BSN | OF | 129 | 0 | 283 | 23 | 11 | 8 |
| 1927 | BSN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1927 | BSN | OF | 129 | 0 | 377 | 24 | 13 | 6 |
| 1928 | NY1 | OF | 117 | 0 | 310 | 8 | 6 | 3 |
| 1929 | BSN | OF | 51 | 0 | 177 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| 1929 | NY1 | OF | 35 | 0 | 43 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 1930 | BSN | OF | 110 | 0 | 329 | 8 | 7 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 43 |
| Center Field | 399 |
| Right Field | 252 |