Jim Pyburn

Born: 11/1/1932 in Fairfield, AL, USA

Died: 5/21/2011 in Jasper, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1955-04-17 | Final Game: 1957-06-16

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: James Edward Pyburn

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Biography

Jim Pyburn was a professional baseball player born in 1932, who played in Major League Baseball from 1955 to 1957. Primarily serving as a position player, Pyburn made his mark during a transitional period in the sport, as teams began to emphasize speed and athleticism alongside power hitting. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in 158 games, where he recorded 56 hits, including 3 home runs. His contributions to his teams were highlighted by his ability to steal bases, finishing with 6 stolen bases and driving in 20 runs throughout his tenure. Despite a batting average of .19, Pyburn's tenacity and versatility on the field were notable. He played during an era when the game was evolving, with players increasingly showcasing their skills in both hitting and base running. His career, while not statistically overwhelming, reflected the competitive spirit of the mid-1950s Major League Baseball, a time marked by the emergence of new talents and changing dynamics within the game. After concluding his playing days on June 16, 1957, Pyburn faded from the spotlight but remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
158	294	36	56	5	5	3	20	6	34	56	0.190	0.275	0.272	0.547	-1312.4

Career AVG .190 vs. league average .258 across their career seasons — 26.2% below league average.

Career OBP .275 vs. league average .329 across their career seasons — 16.5% below league average.

Career SLG .272 vs. league average .394 across their career seasons — 31.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.547 vs. league average 0.723 across their career seasons — 24.4% 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
1955	BAL	AL	39	98	5	20	2	2	0	7	1	8	24	0.204	.258 (-21%)	.332 (-18%)	.393 (-33%)	.726 (-26%)	-442.0
1956	BAL	AL	84	156	23	27	3	3	2	11	4	17	26	0.173	.258 (-33%)	.331 (-24%)	.397 (-32%)	.728 (-29%)	-870.4
1957	BAL	AL	35	40	8	9	0	0	1	2	1	9	6	0.225	—	—	—	—	0.0