Jim Fridley

Born: 9/6/1924 in Phillippi, WV, USA

Died: 2/28/2003 in Port Charlotte, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1952-04-15 | Final Game: 1958-09-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: James Riley Fridley

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Biography

Jim Fridley, born in 1924, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a position player from 1952 to 1958. He played a total of 152 games during his career, showcasing his skills primarily as a reliable hitter. Fridley recorded 105 hits with a batting average of .248, complemented by 8 home runs and 53 runs batted in (RBIs). His speed on the bases was evident, as he successfully stole 3 bases throughout his time in the league. Fridley's career unfolded during the post-World War II era of baseball, a time marked by the integration of the game and the emergence of new talents. While he may not have had the high-profile career of some of his contemporaries, Fridley contributed to the teams he played for with his consistent performance and determination on the field. His journey through the majors reflects the experiences of many players of his time, navigating the complexities of a rapidly evolving sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
152	424	50	105	12	5	8	53	3	35	83	0.248	0.309	0.356	0.665	-514.2

Career AVG .248 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .309 vs. league average .328 across their career seasons — 5.9% below league average.

Career SLG .356 vs. league average .385 across their career seasons — 7.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.665 vs. league average 0.713 across their career seasons — 6.7% 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
1952	CLE	AL	62	175	23	44	2	0	4	16	3	14	40	0.251	.252 (avg)	.326 (-5%)	.369 (-10%)	.696 (-8%)	-225.4
1954	BAL	AL	85	240	25	59	8	5	4	36	0	21	41	0.246	.261 (-6%)	.333 (-7%)	.390 (-5%)	.723 (-6%)	-288.8
1958	CIN	NL	5	9	2	2	2	0	0	1	0	0	2	0.222	—	—	—	—	0.0