Jimmie Long

Born: 6/29/1898 in Fort Dodge, IA, USA

Died: 9/14/1970 in Fort Dodge, IA, USA

MLB Debut: 1922-09-12 | Final Game: 1922-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: James Albert Long

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Biography

Jimmie Long was a professional baseball player born in 1898, whose career spanned a brief period from September 12, 1922, to September 30, 1922. As a position player, Long made his mark in the major leagues during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offense-driven styles of the 1920s. Despite his short tenure in the big leagues, appearing in only three games, Long's involvement in the sport reflected the opportunities and challenges faced by players in that period. Throughout his three-game career, Long struggled to make an impact at the plate, finishing with a batting average of 0.0, and recording no hits, home runs, or RBIs. While his on-field contributions were minimal, Jimmie Long's journey is a testament to the countless players who aspired to make their mark in the major leagues, often facing fierce competition and limited chances. His story serves as a reminder of the broader narrative of baseball's rich history, where even the most fleeting careers contribute to the tapestry of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
3	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.000	0.250	0.000	0.250	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .285 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .250 vs. league average .346 across their career seasons — 27.7% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .397 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.250 vs. league average 0.743 across their career seasons — 66.4% 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
1922	CHW	AL	3	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	2	0	1	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1922	CHA	C	2	0	1	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	2