Jack Doscher
Born: 7/27/1880 in Troy, NY, USA
Died: 5/27/1971 in Park Ridge, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1903-07-02 | Final Game: 1908-07-30
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: John Henry Doscher
Biography
Jack Doscher, born in 1880, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1903 to 1908. Known for his skillful pitching during an era that was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive style of play, Doscher made his mark primarily with his ability to keep runs off the board, finishing his career with an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.84. Despite a win-loss record of 2-10, he showcased his potential through his capacity to strike out hitters, accumulating a total of 61 strikeouts over the course of his career.
Throughout his time in the league, Doscher was recognized for his dedication to the game and his contributions on the mound, even though he did not secure any saves. His career spanned a time when baseball was beginning to evolve, and his performances provided a glimpse into the changing dynamics of pitching in the early 20th century. Doscher's efforts laid a foundation for future generations of pitchers, and he remains a notable figure in the history of baseball for his resilience and skill during a pivotal time in the sport's development.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 10 | 27 | 13 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 145.7 | 118 | 46 | 3 | 68 | 61 | 2.84 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | BRO | NL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 4 | 7.71 | 0.0 |
| 1903 | CHC | NL | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 12.00 | - |
| 1904 | BRO | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 1905 | BRO | NL | 1 | 5 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 71.0 | 60 | 25 | 30 | 33 | 3.17 | -630.6 |
| 1906 | BRO | NL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 1.29 | 302.3 |
| 1908 | CIN | NL | 1 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 44.3 | 31 | 9 | 22 | 7 | 1.83 | -1572.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 50 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 0.100 | 0.135 | 0.100 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | BRO | NL | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1903 | CHC | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1904 | BRO | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1905 | BRO | NL | 12 | 24 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 1906 | BRO | NL | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1908 | CIN | NL | 7 | 15 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 27 | 12 | 5 | 30 | 5 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | BRO | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1903 | CHN | P | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1904 | BRO | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1905 | BRO | P | 12 | 7 | 2 | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| 1906 | BRO | P | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1908 | CIN | P | 7 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 26 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fordham University | New York | NY | 1902, 1903 |