Jay Clarke
Born: 12/15/1882 in Amherstburg, ON, CAN
Died: 6/15/1949 in River Rouge, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1905-04-26 | Final Game: 1920-04-24
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Jay Justin Clarke
Biography
Jay Clarke was a professional baseball player born in 1882, whose career spanned from 1905 until his retirement in 1920. Primarily known as a position player, Clarke played in a total of 506 games over the course of his career. He recorded 390 hits, achieving a batting average of 0.254. Clarke contributed to his teams with 6 home runs and 127 RBIs, along with 16 stolen bases, showcasing his speed and versatility on the field.
Clarke's playing career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was evolving with the integration of new strategies and talents. While he may not have been a superstar, his consistent presence and contributions reflected the grit and determination of players during the early 20th century. His legacy is remembered among enthusiasts of the game, as he was part of the foundational years that paved the way for future generations of baseball players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 506 | 1536 | 157 | 390 | 64 | 20 | 6 | 127 | 16 | 138 | 158 | 0.254 | 0.318 | 0.333 | 0.652 | 900.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | CLE | AL | 5 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1905 | CLE | AL | 37 | 114 | 9 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 10 | 23 | 0.202 | 0.0 |
| 1905 | DET | AL | 3 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.429 | 0.0 |
| 1906 | CLE | AL | 57 | 179 | 22 | 64 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 21 | 3 | 13 | 18 | 0.358 | 1165.2 |
| 1907 | CLE | AL | 120 | 390 | 44 | 105 | 19 | 6 | 3 | 33 | 3 | 35 | 49 | 0.269 | 964.0 |
| 1908 | CLE | AL | 97 | 290 | 34 | 70 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 27 | 6 | 30 | 38 | 0.241 | 294.6 |
| 1909 | CLE | AL | 55 | 164 | 15 | 45 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 0.274 | 69.5 |
| 1910 | CLE | AL | 21 | 58 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 0.155 | -252.0 |
| 1911 | SLA | AL | 82 | 256 | 22 | 55 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 18 | 2 | 26 | 0 | 0.215 | -951.1 |
| 1919 | PHI | NL | 26 | 62 | 4 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 0.242 | -111.5 |
| 1920 | PIT | NL | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 4 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| C | 462 | 346 | 1786 | 568 | 99 | 40 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1905 | CLE | C | 5 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1905 | CLE | C | 37 | 37 | 159 | 37 | 8 | 3 |
| 1905 | DET | C | 2 | 2 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1906 | CLE | C | 54 | 50 | 211 | 58 | 5 | 4 |
| 1907 | CLE | C | 115 | 112 | 470 | 119 | 24 | 9 |
| 1908 | CLE | C | 90 | 85 | 327 | 108 | 14 | 6 |
| 1909 | CLE | C | 44 | 43 | 192 | 65 | 13 | 2 |
| 1910 | CLE | C | 17 | 17 | 82 | 32 | 3 | 0 |
| 1911 | SLA | C | 73 | 0 | 251 | 111 | 29 | 15 |
| 1911 | SLA | 1B | 4 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 1919 | PHI | C | 22 | 0 | 63 | 30 | 3 | 1 |
| 1920 | PIT | C | 3 | 0 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 459 |
| First Base | 4 |