Jack Curtis, baseball player, 1961-1963

Jack Curtis

Born: 1/11/1937 in Rhodhiss, NC, USA

Died: 5/12/2025 in Granite Falls, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1961-04-22 | Final Game: 1963-05-01

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Jack Patrick Curtis

Biography

Jack Curtis was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1961 until 1963. Born in 1937, Curtis made his mark during a transitional period in the game, which was moving away from the deadball era and embracing a more dynamic style of play. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in a total of 33 games, finishing with a record of 14 wins and 19 losses. Curtis posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.84 and recorded 108 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite the challenges he faced on the mound. He also contributed to his teams as a reliable relief option, earning one save during his tenure. Although his career was short-lived, Curtis remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing an era of evolution in pitching strategies and team dynamics. His contributions, albeit modest in terms of statistics, are a reminder of the many players who shaped the game during the early 1960s.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
14 19 69 35 6 0 1 279.0 328 150 33 89 108 4.84 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
69 82 9 15 3 0 2 5 0 14 32 0.183 0.302 0.293 0.595 -185.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 69 35 11 55 4 2

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 69

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1961 Rookie of the Year NL 3rd 1.0 16 1