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

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Standard Batting

Standard Batting
Year Age Tm Lg G PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB CS BB SO BA OBP SLG OPS OPS+ TB GDP HBP SH SF IBB Pos Awards
194521BEGNN24111102010000.182.182.364.545504000/5
194824BBBNAL18635713165021105.281.349.474.8231192710*7
2 Yrs22746813185121105.265.324.456.78010931100
162 Game Avg.162545501961333771581037.265.324.456.78010922870
BEG (1 yr)4111102010000.182.182.364.545504000
BBB (1 yr)18635713165021105.281.349.474.8231192710

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  • Negro League data is not complete. Measures may unfairly penalize players with fewer league games scheduled. Research is still ongoing and we’ll continue to publish updates as more information becomes available. More about data coverage

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jim Zapp born?

Jim Zapp was born on April 18, 1924.

Where was Jim Zapp born?

Jim Zapp was born in Nashville, TN.

How tall was Jim Zapp?

Jim Zapp was 6-3 (190 cm) tall.

How much did Jim Zapp weigh when playing?

Jim Zapp weighed 232 lbs (105 kg) when playing.

How many seasons did Jim Zapp play?

Jim Zapp played 2 seasons.

Is Jim Zapp in the Hall of Fame?

Jim Zapp has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.

What position did Jim Zapp play?

Jim Zapp was a Leftfielder and Third Baseman.

How many hits did Jim Zapp have?

Jim Zapp had 18 hits over his career.

How many home runs did Jim Zapp have?

Jim Zapp had 2 home runs over his career.

What was Jim Zapp's average?

Jim Zapp had a .265 average over his career.

How many teams has Jim Zapp played for?

Jim Zapp played for 2 teams; the Baltimore Elite Giants and Birmingham Black Barons.

When did Jim Zapp retire?

Jim Zapp last played in 1948.

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