Negro League player stats include league games, interleague games (against major Negro League competition), and games against select top-level independent Black Baseball teams. Player stats do not include the extensive amount of exhibitions and barnstorming games Negro League teams often played. Negro League data is not complete. Research is still ongoing and we’ll continue to publish updates as more information becomes available. More about data coverage
Player Value--Batting
- WAR Explained (v2.2): 8+ MVP, 5+ A-S, 2+ Starter, 0-2 Sub, < 0 Repl
Advanced Batting
Sabermetric Batting
Ratio Batting *
Cumulative Batting
Neutralized Batting
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Appearances on Leaderboards, Awards, and Honors
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jimmy Shields born?
Jimmy Shields was born on September 8, 1905.
Where was Jimmy Shields born?
Jimmy Shields was born in Petersburg, VA.
How tall was Jimmy Shields?
Jimmy Shields was 5-9 (175 cm) tall.
How much did Jimmy Shields weigh when playing?
Jimmy Shields weighed 158 lbs (71 kg) when playing.
How many seasons did Jimmy Shields play?
Jimmy Shields played 2 seasons.
Is Jimmy Shields in the Hall of Fame?
Jimmy Shields has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.
What position did Jimmy Shields play?
Jimmy Shields was a Pitcher, Second Baseman and Shortstop.
How many strikeouts did Jimmy Shields have?
Jimmy Shields had 30 strikeouts over his career.
How many teams has Jimmy Shields played for?
Jimmy Shields played for 2 teams; the Atlantic City Bacharach Giants and Atlantic City Bacharach Giants.
How many World Series has Jimmy Shields won?
Jimmy Shields never won a World Series.
When did Jimmy Shields retire?
Jimmy Shields last played in 1929.
Standard Batting