Jumbo Elliott, baseball player, 1923-1934

Jumbo Elliott

Born: 10/22/1900 in St. Louis, MO, USA

Died: 1/7/1970 in Terre Haute, IN, USA

MLB Debut: 1923-04-21 | Final Game: 1934-06-09

Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 235 lbs

Full name: James Thomas Elliott

Biography

Jumbo Elliott, born in 1900, was a notable pitcher who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1923 until 1934. During his career, Elliott showcased his talent on the mound with a record of 63 wins and 74 losses, an earned run average (ERA) of 4.24, and a total of 453 strikeouts. His ability to close out games was demonstrated by his 12 saves, indicating his versatility and reliability in high-pressure situations. Elliott played during a transformative period in baseball, often characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. His pitching style was reflective of the era's emphasis on both power and control, and he contributed to his teams as they navigated through the challenges of the Great Depression. While he may not have garnered the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Jumbo Elliott's contributions to the game remain a part of baseball history, highlighting the dedication and skill of pitchers during the early 20th century.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
63 74 252 144 51 8 12 1206.7 1338 569 70 414 453 4.24 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
253 416 26 68 11 0 4 37 0 21 121 0.163 0.205 0.219 0.424 -3074.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 252 0 32 160 16 10

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 252

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1931 Most Valuable Player NL 17th 6.0 80 0