Bruce Kimm

Born: 6/29/1951 in Cedar Rapids, IA, USA

MLB Debut: 1976-05-04 | Final Game: 1980-09-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Bruce Edward Kimm

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Biography

Bruce Kimm, born in 1951, was a professional baseball player who had a career spanning from 1976 to 1980. Primarily known as a position player, Kimm made a notable impact during his time in Major League Baseball, appearing in 186 games. He recorded a total of 104 hits, including one home run, and drove in 26 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .237. His speed on the bases was highlighted by five stolen bases, a valuable asset that contributed to his team's offensive strategies. Kimm's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the tail end of the deadball era to a more power-oriented game. While not a superstar, Kimm's contributions were valued in the roles he filled, often serving as a reliable utility player. His journey through the major leagues reflected the competitive nature of professional baseball in the late 1970s, where every player had the potential to make a difference in their team's success. After his retirement on September 19, 1980, Kimm left a legacy as a hardworking player who exemplified the spirit of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
186	439	35	104	19	1	1	26	5	32	50	0.237	0.290	0.292	0.581	-892.2

Career AVG .237 vs. league average .263 across their career seasons — 9.8% below league average.

Career OBP .290 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 11.3% below league average.

Career SLG .292 vs. league average .387 across their career seasons — 24.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.581 vs. league average 0.714 across their career seasons — 18.6% 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
1976	DET	AL	63	152	13	40	8	0	1	6	4	15	20	0.263	.255 (+3%)	.320 (+3%)	.360 (-7%)	.681 (-2%)	-32.6
1977	DET	AL	14	25	2	2	1	0	0	1	0	0	4	0.080	—	—	—	—	0.0
1979	CHC	NL	9	11	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.091	—	—	—	—	0.0
1980	CHW	AL	100	251	20	61	10	1	0	19	1	17	26	0.243	.264 (-8%)	.326 (-11%)	.387 (-25%)	.714 (-19%)	-859.6