Jim Campbell

Born: 6/24/1937 in Palo Alto, CA, USA

Died: 10/17/2024 in Los Altos, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1962-07-17 | Final Game: 1963-07-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: James Robert Campbell

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Biography

Jim Campbell, born in 1937, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues during the early 1960s. He played primarily as a position player from July 17, 1962, until July 23, 1963. Over the course of his brief yet noteworthy career, Campbell appeared in 82 games, during which he recorded 54 hits, including 7 home runs, and drove in 25 runs. His batting average stood at .221, reflecting the challenges many players faced during this era of baseball, which was characterized by a transition from the more traditional styles of play to a greater emphasis on power hitting. Though his playing career was relatively short, Campbell's contributions to his teams showcased the grit and determination typical of players during this time. The early 1960s were a dynamic period in baseball history, marked by the rise of iconic figures and the competitive nature of the leagues. While Campbell did not accumulate significant career statistics, his presence on the field during this transformative era remains a testament to the many athletes who contributed to the rich tapestry of Major League Baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
82	244	15	54	7	0	7	25	0	16	63	0.221	0.269	0.336	0.605	-534.8

Career AVG .221 vs. league average .252 across their career seasons — 12.2% below league average.

Career OBP .269 vs. league average .318 across their career seasons — 15.2% below league average.

Career SLG .336 vs. league average .383 across their career seasons — 12.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.605 vs. league average 0.700 across their career seasons — 13.6% 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
1962	HOU	NL	27	86	6	19	4	0	3	6	0	6	23	0.221	.257 (-14%)	.326 (-17%)	.393 (-5%)	.719 (-11%)	-165.1
1963	HOU	NL	55	158	9	35	3	0	4	19	0	10	40	0.222	.246 (-10%)	.308 (-13%)	.371 (-15%)	.680 (-14%)	-369.7