Jimmie Savage

Born: 8/29/1883 in Southington, CT, USA

Died: 6/26/1940 in New Castle, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1912-09-03 | Final Game: 1915-10-03

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'5" | Weight: 150 lbs

Full name: James Harold Savage

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Biography

Jimmie Savage, born in 1883, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1912 to 1915, during a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive style of play. Savage was primarily a position player, appearing in 148 games throughout his career. He established himself as a consistent hitter, accumulating 139 hits and posting a batting average of .276. Known for his speed on the bases, he also recorded 17 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to be a threat both at the plate and on the base paths. Over the course of his career, Savage contributed 26 RBIs and hit 1 home run, reflecting his role as a solid supporting player rather than a power hitter. His playing style emphasized contact hitting and base running, which were crucial elements in the game during his era. While Savage may not have achieved the fame of some of his contemporaries, his contributions during the formative years of professional baseball highlight the evolution of the sport and the importance of versatile players in building successful teams.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
148	503	82	139	9	9	1	26	17	69	32	0.276	0.364	0.336	0.700	1010.2

Career AVG .276 vs. league average .257 across their career seasons — +7.6% above league average.

Career OBP .364 vs. league average .324 across their career seasons — +12.1% above league average.

Career SLG .336 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.700 vs. league average 0.666 across their career seasons — +5.1% above 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
1912	PHI	NL	2	3	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1914	PTF	FL	132	479	81	136	9	9	1	26	17	67	32	0.284	.255 (+11%)	.322 (+15%)	.339 (+2%)	.661 (+9%)	1010.2
1915	PTF	FL	14	21	0	3	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.143	—	—	—	—	0.0