Jack Blott
Born: 8/24/1902 in Girard, OH, USA
Died: 6/11/1964 in Ann Arbor, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1924-07-30 | Final Game: 1924-09-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: John Leonard Blott
Biography
Jack Blott, born in 1902, was a professional baseball player whose career, albeit brief, unfolded during the early years of Major League Baseball. He played as a position player for a short span, participating in just two games from July 30 to September 3, 1924. Although his time on the field did not yield any hits, runs batted in, or stolen bases, Blott's involvement in the major leagues during this era is a testament to the competitive nature of professional baseball and the challenges faced by players striving to establish themselves.
During the early 1920s, baseball was experiencing a transitionary phase marked by the end of the deadball era and the rise of offensive play. Players like Blott were part of a generation that laid the groundwork for the high-scoring games that would define later decades. While his statistical contributions were limited, Jack Blott's presence in the majors reflects the myriad stories of players who, despite limited opportunities, contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | CIN | NL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | CIN | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor | MI | 1922, 1923, 1924 |