Roy Zimmerman
Born: 9/13/1913 in Pine Grove, PA, USA
Died: 11/22/1991 in Pine Grove, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1945-08-27 | Final Game: 1945-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 187 lbs
Full name: Roy Franklin Zimmerman
Biography
Roy Zimmerman was a professional baseball player born in 1913 who made his mark in the sport during a brief but impactful career from 1945. Known for his versatility as a position player, Zimmerman showcased his skills in 27 games, where he recorded 27 hits, including 5 home runs, and drove in 15 runs, finishing with a respectable batting average of 0.276. His ability to contribute offensively in a limited role highlighted his potential during an era when Major League Baseball was transitioning back to normalcy following World War II.
Zimmerman's playing style reflected the competitive spirit of the post-war period, where players returned from military service and sought to reclaim their positions in the league. He also demonstrated speed on the base paths, with 1 stolen base to his credit. Despite his career being relatively short, Zimmerman's performance remains a noteworthy part of the baseball landscape of the mid-1940s, a time characterized by a blend of pre-war talent and emerging new players as the game evolved.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 98 | 14 | 27 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 16 | 0.276 | 0.330 | 0.439 | 0.769 | 185.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | NY1 | NL | 27 | 98 | 14 | 27 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 16 | 0.276 | 185.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 25 | 0 | 226 | 13 | 3 | 13 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1945 | NY1 | 1B | 25 | 0 | 226 | 13 | 3 | 13 |
| 1945 | NY1 | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 25 |
| Right Field | 1 |