Jack Cummings
Born: 4/1/1904 in Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Died: 10/5/1962 in West Mifflin, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1926-09-11 | Final Game: 1929-07-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: John William Cummings
Biography
Jack Cummings was a professional baseball player born in 1904, who played as a position player in the Major Leagues from 1926 to 1929. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 89 games, showcasing his offensive prowess with a remarkable batting average of .341. Cummings recorded 45 hits, including four home runs, and contributed 28 runs batted in (RBIs) to his teams. His ability to hit for average and drive in runs made him a valuable asset during his time in the league.
Cummings' career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, as the game was evolving from the deadball era into a more offensive-minded approach. Despite the brevity of his career, Cummings left an impression with his consistent hitting and offensive contributions. His achievements on the field reflected the skills and tenacity characteristic of players of his era, helping to pave the way for future generations of hitters in the game. Retiring on July 18, 1929, Cummings' legacy remains a testament to the talent that emerged in the late 1920s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 | 132 | 15 | 45 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 28 | 0 | 12 | 18 | 0.341 | 0.400 | 0.530 | 0.930 | 382.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | NY1 | NL | 7 | 16 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0.312 | 0.0 |
| 1927 | NY1 | NL | 43 | 80 | 8 | 29 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 0.362 | 382.0 |
| 1928 | NY1 | NL | 33 | 27 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1929 | BSN | NL | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1929 | NY1 | NL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 48 | 0 | 90 | 17 | 6 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | NY1 | C | 6 | 0 | 16 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 1927 | NY1 | C | 34 | 0 | 64 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| 1928 | NY1 | C | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1929 | BSN | C | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1929 | NY1 | C | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 50 |