Jim Battle

Born: 3/26/1901 in Bailey, TX, USA

Died: 9/30/1965 in Chico, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1927-09-09 | Final Game: 1927-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: James Milton Battle

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Biography

Jim Battle was a professional baseball player born in 1901, who made his mark in the sport during a brief career from 1927. Primarily recognized as a position player, he played in the major leagues for a short span, appearing in just 6 games. Despite the limited opportunities, Battle showcased a notable batting average of 0.375, indicating his ability to make contact and contribute offensively during his time on the field. His career, although fleeting, occurred during a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was transitioning from the deadball era into a period of increased offensive production. While he did not record any home runs or runs batted in, his performance on the field reflected the challenges and competitive nature of early 20th-century baseball. Jim Battle's legacy, while not extensive in terms of statistics, serves as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if only for a brief moment.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
6	8	1	3	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0.375	0.375	0.625	1.000	0.0

Career AVG .375 vs. league average .282 across their career seasons — +32.9% above league average.

Career OBP .375 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — +8.9% above league average.

Career SLG .625 vs. league average .392 across their career seasons — +59.2% above league average.

Career OPS 1.000 vs. league average 0.737 across their career seasons — +35.7% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1927	CHW	AL	6	8	1	3	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0.375	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
3B	4	0	3	2	0	0
SS	2	0	2	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1927	CHA	3B	4	0	3	2	0	0
1927	CHA	SS	2	0	2	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Third Base	4
Shortstop	2