Jim St. Vrain

Born: 6/6/1871 in Ralls County, MO, USA

Died: 6/12/1937 in Butte, MT, USA

MLB Debut: 1902-04-20 | Final Game: 1902-06-14

Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: James Marcellin St. Vrain

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Biography

Jim St. Vrain was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 1900s, marking his presence in the Major Leagues from 1902 to 1904. Born in 1871, St. Vrain's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, shifting away from the deadball era towards a more dynamic style of play. He made his mark primarily as a member of the pitching staff, known for his impressive control and ability to keep runs at bay, as evidenced by his career ERA of 2.08. During his time in the majors, St. Vrain recorded a win-loss record of 4-6, showcasing his contributions to his team's pitching efforts. Over the course of his career, he accumulated 51 strikeouts, reflecting his capability to overpower hitters despite the limited number of seasons he played. While he did not register any saves, St. Vrain's overall performance and effectiveness on the mound were noteworthy during a time when pitching was becoming increasingly pivotal to team success. His brief yet impactful career remains a part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
4	6	12	11	10	1	0	95.0	88	22	0	25	51	2.08	0

Career ERA 2.08 vs. league average 3.17 across their career seasons — 34.3% better than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1902	CHC	NL	4	6	12	11	10	1	0	95.0	88	22	25	51	2.08	3.17 (+34%)	-

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
12	31	2	3	0	0	0	0	0	2	6	0.097	0.176	0.097	0.273	0.0

Career AVG .097 vs. league average .267 across their career seasons — 63.7% below league average.

Career OBP .176 vs. league average .322 across their career seasons — 45.1% below league average.

Career SLG .097 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — 71.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.273 vs. league average 0.665 across their career seasons — 58.9% 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
1902	CHC	NL	12	31	2	3	0	0	0	0	0	2	6	0.097	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	12	0	3	25	3	3

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1902	CHN	P	12	0	3	25	3	3

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	12