Dick Kimble

Born: 7/27/1915 in Buchtel, OH, USA

Died: 5/7/2001 in Toledo, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1945-08-20 | Final Game: 1945-09-18

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Richard Lewis Kimble

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Biography

Dick Kimble was a professional baseball player born in 1915, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball during the summer of 1945. He played as a position player, making his mark in a total of 20 games. Over the course of his tenure in the league, Kimble recorded 12 hits, resulting in a batting average of .245. Although he did not hit any home runs, he contributed with 1 run batted in, showcasing his ability to make contact at the plate during a time when offensive production was critical in the post-World War II baseball landscape. Kimble's career unfolded during an era when the game was experiencing a resurgence following the disruptions caused by the war. Players like Kimble found themselves in a competitive environment as the league sought to draw in fans and re-establish its place in American culture. Despite his limited playing time, Kimble's presence in the league during this pivotal period reflects the depth of talent and the varied journeys of players who sought to make their mark in Major League Baseball. After his time in the majors, Kimble left a legacy as one of many players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history in the mid-20th century.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
20	49	5	12	1	1	0	1	0	5	2	0.245	0.315	0.306	0.621	-69.8

Career AVG .245 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 6.2% below league average.

Career OBP .315 vs. league average .329 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .306 vs. league average .355 across their career seasons — 13.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.621 vs. league average 0.684 across their career seasons — 9.2% 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
1945	WSN	AL	20	49	5	12	1	1	0	1	0	5	2	0.245	—	—	—	—	-69.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
SS	15	0	19	38	3	5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1945	WS1	SS	15	0	19	38	3	5

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Shortstop	15