Jim Tyrone

Born: 1/29/1949 in Alice, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1972-08-27 | Final Game: 1977-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: James Vernon Tyrone

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Biography

Jim Tyrone was a professional baseball player born in 1949 who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1972 until 1977. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 177 games and recorded 92 hits, contributing to a batting average of .227. Tyrone showcased his power at the plate with 8 home runs and drove in 32 runs, while also demonstrating speed with 6 stolen bases. His career unfolded during a transformative time in baseball, as the sport was experiencing a shift with the introduction of advanced training techniques and a growing emphasis on athleticism. Tyrone's playing style was characterized by a blend of power and speed, making him a versatile asset for his teams. While he may not have achieved superstar status, his contributions were valuable during his time in the league. His tenure in baseball reflects the era's evolving dynamics, particularly as teams began to seek out players who could offer multiple skills on the field. Jim Tyrone remains a part of baseball history, remembered for his role in the game during a competitive period marked by the rise of new talents and changing strategies.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
177	405	52	92	11	3	8	32	6	32	77	0.227	0.281	0.328	0.609	-978.1

Career AVG .227 vs. league average .256 across their career seasons — 11.2% below league average.

Career OBP .281 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — 13.2% below league average.

Career SLG .328 vs. league average .375 across their career seasons — 12.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.609 vs. league average 0.699 across their career seasons — 12.8% 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
1972	CHC	NL	13	8	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	3	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1974	CHC	NL	57	81	19	15	0	1	3	3	1	6	8	0.185	.256 (-28%)	.324 (-26%)	.369 (-13%)	.693 (-19%)	-276.9
1975	CHC	NL	11	22	0	5	0	1	0	3	1	1	4	0.227	—	—	—	—	0.0
1977	OAK	AL	96	294	32	72	11	1	5	26	3	25	62	0.245	.264 (-7%)	.329 (-9%)	.401 (-15%)	.730 (-12%)	-701.3