Jack Brittin, baseball player, 1950-1951

Jack Brittin

Born: 3/4/1924 in Athens, IL, USA

Died: 1/5/1994 in Springfield, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1950-09-15 | Final Game: 1951-05-13

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: John Albert Brittin

Biography

Jack Brittin was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during a brief career from 1950 to 1951. Born in 1924, Brittin made his mark in the Major Leagues during a time when the game was transitioning from the post-World War II era, a period characterized by a resurgence in baseball's popularity and the integration of African American players into the league. Despite the challenges that come with being a player in such a competitive environment, Brittin's journey to the Major Leagues is a testament to the determination and resilience often found in athletes of that era. Throughout his career, Brittin appeared in a total of six games but was unable to secure a hit, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. His statistical record reflects the difficulties many players faced in finding consistent success at the highest level of the sport. While he did not record any home runs or RBIs, his presence in the Major Leagues during the early 1950s contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the dreams of countless players who aspired to reach the pinnacle of the sport. Brittin's brief stint in the majors showcases the competitive nature of baseball in that era and serves as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the game, regardless of their on-field statistics.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
0 0 6 0 0 0 0 8.0 7 6 0 9 6 6.75 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 .000 .000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 6 0 0 2 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 6

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Champaign IL 1943, 1947