James Beresford

Born: 1/19/1989 in Mount Waverley, VIC, Australia

MLB Debut: 2016-09-10 | Final Game: 2016-10-01

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

Full name: James Richard Beresford

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Biography

James Beresford, born in 1989, was a professional baseball player who made a brief but notable impact during his time in Major League Baseball. He played in the league from September 10 to October 1, 2016, spending his entire career with the Minnesota Twins. A versatile position player, Beresford participated in 10 games, during which he recorded 5 hits and posted a batting average of .227. Despite not hitting any home runs or driving in runs, his contributions to the team were marked by his defensive capabilities and situational awareness on the field. Beresford's career unfolded during a dynamic era in baseball characterized by a blend of emerging analytics and traditional play styles. While his playing time was limited, he represented the resilience and determination of many players who aspire to make their mark in the majors, showcasing the challenges and opportunities faced by those navigating the competitive landscape of professional baseball. His time with the Twins, although brief, remains a testament to the journey of countless athletes who aim to fulfill their dreams in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
10	22	0	5	1	0	0	0	0	1	6	0.227	0.261	0.273	0.534	0.0

Career AVG .227 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — 11.0% below league average.

Career OBP .261 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — 18.9% below league average.

Career SLG .273 vs. league average .417 across their career seasons — 34.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.534 vs. league average 0.739 across their career seasons — 27.8% below 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
2016	MIN	AL	10	22	0	5	1	0	0	0	0	1	6	0.227	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	6	4	28	5	1	6
2B	1	0	0	1	0	0
3B	3	2	1	5	0	2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
2016	MIN	1B	6	4	28	5	1	6
2016	MIN	2B	1	0	0	1	0	0
2016	MIN	3B	3	2	1	5	0	2

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
First Base	6
Second Base	1
Third Base	3