Jimmy Hill

Born: 6/6/1918 in Plant City, FL, USA

Died: 5/31/1993 in Sarasota, FL, USA

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 140 lbs

Full name: James Hill

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Biography

Jimmy Hill, born in 1918, is an active professional baseball pitcher known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound. Over his career, he has achieved a record of 29-26 and maintains an earned run average (ERA) of 4.36, showcasing his ability to navigate through challenging innings while consistently contributing to his team's success. With a total of 304 strikeouts, Hill demonstrates his strikeout capability, complemented by his four saves, which highlight his effectiveness in late-game situations. His performances have not gone unnoticed, as he has earned three All-Star selections, a testament to his skill and impact in the league. As a player in the current era of baseball, Hill continues to adapt and evolve, influencing the game with his pitching style and resilience. His career reflects the ongoing changes in baseball, including advancements in training and strategy, making him a significant figure for both fans and aspiring pitchers. As he remains an active player, Hill’s dedication and achievements contribute to the rich tapestry of contemporary baseball, marking him as a noteworthy competitor in the sport's history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
29 26 84 56 27 3 4 458.3 429 222 21 273 304 4.36 0

Career ERA 4.36 vs. league average 3.88 across their career seasons — 12.3% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year Team Lg W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER BB SO ERA Lg ERA Pitcher PIV
1938 NE NN2 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 9.0 7 3 3 5 3.00 4.35 (+31%) 0.0
1939 NE NN2 6 1 10 8 6 1 1 73.7 62 27 36 50 3.30 4.28 (+23%) 1004.5
1940 NE NN2 8 2 13 9 5 1 0 82.7 65 34 49 58 3.70 4.21 (+12%) 25.9
1941 NE NN2 6 6 21 12 6 1 1 106.3 110 50 58 75 4.23 3.94 (-8%) 800.8
1942 NE NN2 3 10 18 13 4 0 2 86.7 83 51 64 60 5.30 3.57 (-48%) -714.9
1943 NE NN2 3 5 13 8 4 0 0 59.0 61 35 47 37 5.34 3.50 (-52%) -1310.6
1944 NE NN2 1 0 5 2 1 0 0 27.3 28 16 12 12 5.27 3.57 (-47%) -414.9
1945 NE NN2 1 2 3 3 0 0 0 13.7 13 6 4 7 3.95 3.67 (-8%) 49.6

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
112 232 25 56 4 1 1 16 1 14 0 0.241 0.285 0.280 0.565 -390.0

Career AVG .241 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — 8.4% below league average.

Career OBP .285 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — 14.2% below league average.

Career SLG .280 vs. league average .369 across their career seasons — 24.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.565 vs. league average 0.701 across their career seasons — 19.5% 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
1938 NE NN2 1 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.250 — — — — 0.0
1939 NE NN2 12 33 4 11 2 0 0 2 1 1 0 0.333 — — — — 0.0
1940 NE NN2 20 39 8 13 0 0 1 7 0 4 0 0.333 — — — — 0.0
1941 NE NN2 34 76 6 17 0 1 0 4 0 2 0 0.224 .262 (-15%) .332 (-27%) .373 (-33%) .705 (-30%) -390.0
1942 NE NN2 18 34 4 6 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0.176 — — — — 0.0
1943 NE NN2 13 24 3 3 2 0 0 2 0 3 0 0.125 — — — — 0.0
1944 NE NN2 8 15 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.133 — — — — 0.0
1945 NE NN2 6 7 0 3 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0.429 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 12 9 6 2 2 0
P 84 56 6 112 8 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1938 NE P 1 1 0 2 1 0
1939 NE P 10 8 0 17 1 0
1940 NE OF 1 0 1 0 0 0
1940 NE P 13 9 1 20 3 1
1941 NE OF 11 9 5 2 2 0
1941 NE P 21 12 1 29 1 2
1942 NE P 18 13 1 16 1 0
1943 NE P 13 8 2 17 1 2
1944 NE P 5 2 1 8 0 1
1945 NE P 3 3 0 3 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 84
Left Field 6
Right Field 6