Jimmy Zinn, baseball player, 1919-1929

Jimmy Zinn

Born: 1/31/1895 in Benton, AR, USA

Died: 2/26/1991 in Memphis, TN, USA

MLB Debut: 1919-09-04 | Final Game: 1929-08-25

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: James Edward Zinn

Biography

Jimmy Zinn was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1919 until his retirement in 1929. Born in 1895, Zinn's career unfolded during a transformative period for the sport, as baseball was transitioning away from the deadball era and witnessing the emergence of more offensive-minded play. Over the course of his career, Zinn compiled a record of 13-16, showcasing his resilience on the mound despite the challenges of the era. Zinn finished his career with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.3, which reflects the competitive nature of pitching during the late 1910s and 1920s. He recorded a total of 108 strikeouts and contributed significantly to his teams, securing 7 saves. While Zinn may not have achieved the stardom of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the game were marked by a solid performance and an unwavering commitment to his craft, making him a respected figure among baseball enthusiasts of his time.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
13 16 66 26 15 2 7 299.0 390 143 15 80 108 4.30 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
76 120 17 34 6 2 2 15 2 7 18 0.283 0.328 0.417 0.745 -284.1

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 2 0 2 0 0 0
P 66 0 18 59 7 3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 66
Right Field 2