Jack Cusick
Born: 6/12/1928 in Weehawken, NJ, USA
Died: 11/17/1989 in Englewood, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1951-04-24 | Final Game: 1952-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: John Peter Cusick
Biography
Jack Cusick was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during the early 1950s. Born in 1928, Cusick's career spanned from April 24, 1951, to September 28, 1952, during a transitional period in Major League Baseball characterized by the integration of players and the evolving dynamics of the game. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in 114 games, showcasing his talents primarily in the outfield.
In terms of performance, Cusick recorded a total of 42 hits, including 2 home runs, and he drove in 22 runs, finishing with a batting average of .174. While these statistics might not reflect the prowess of a perennial All-Star, Cusick's contributions to his teams were part of the larger narrative of baseball during a time when many players were emerging into the league amidst significant changes, including the impact of the post-war era on player development and team composition. Cusick's time in the majors may have been limited, but he remains a part of 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 114 | 242 | 21 | 42 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 22 | 2 | 23 | 38 | 0.174 | 0.245 | 0.231 | 0.477 | -1430.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | CHC | NL | 65 | 164 | 16 | 29 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 16 | 2 | 17 | 29 | 0.177 | -883.0 |
| 1952 | BSN | NL | 49 | 78 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 0.167 | -547.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 84 | 0 | 123 | 197 | 14 | 29 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | CHN | SS | 56 | 0 | 78 | 147 | 11 | 25 |
| 1952 | BSN | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1952 | BSN | SS | 28 | 0 | 45 | 50 | 3 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 3 |
| Shortstop | 84 |