Jim Bowie, baseball player, 1994-1994

Jim Bowie

Born: 2/17/1965 in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

MLB Debut: 1994-08-03 | Final Game: 1994-08-11

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: James R. Bowie

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Biography

Jim Bowie, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief yet notable period from August 3 to August 11, 1994. Primarily serving as a position player, Bowie played a total of 6 games in Major League Baseball. Throughout his short stint in the league, he recorded 3 hits, resulting in a batting average of .214. Despite not hitting any home runs or driving in runs, his time on the field contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball during the early 1990s, a period characterized by a shift towards more offensive play and the burgeoning popularity of the game. Bowie's career, although limited in duration and statistical output, reflected the challenges faced by many players in the highly competitive environment of Major League Baseball. The era he played in saw an influx of talent and an evolving style of play, yet Bowie managed to leave his mark during those few appearances. His journey serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspire to reach the major leagues, even if their time in the spotlight is fleeting.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
6 14 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.214 0.214 0.214 0.429 0.0

Career AVG .214 vs. league average .270 across their career seasons — 20.6% below league average.

Career OBP .214 vs. league average .339 across their career seasons — 36.7% below league average.

Career SLG .214 vs. league average .424 across their career seasons — 49.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.429 vs. league average 0.763 across their career seasons — 43.8% 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
1994 OAK AL 6 14 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.214 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 6 4 44 2 0 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1994 OAK 1B 6 4 44 2 0 5

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 6

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Sacramento City College Sacramento CA 1984, 1985
Louisiana State University Baton Rouge LA 1986