Jewel Ens
Born: 8/24/1889 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 1/17/1950 in Syracuse, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1922-04-28 | Final Game: 1925-06-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Jewel Winklemeyer Ens
Biography
Jewel Ens was a professional baseball player born in 1889, whose career spanned from 1922 to 1925. Primarily playing as a position player, Ens made his mark in Major League Baseball during a transitional period in the sport, just after the deadball era and leading into the excitement of the live-ball era. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 67 games, where he demonstrated a solid batting ability with a career batting average of .290. His offensive contributions included 54 hits, 1 home run, and 24 runs batted in, showcasing his capability to drive in runs for his team.
In addition to his hitting prowess, Ens was also known for his speed on the bases, as evidenced by his 5 stolen bases. Although his career was relatively brief, his performance reflects the competitive nature of baseball in the early 20th century, where players were beginning to adapt to more dynamic styles of play. Ens's contributions to the game, while perhaps not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, are a testament to the evolving landscape of baseball during his time. He retired on June 15, 1925, leaving behind a legacy as a player who contributed to the rich history of America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 | 186 | 25 | 54 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 24 | 5 | 7 | 16 | 0.290 | 0.323 | 0.392 | 0.716 | -100.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | PIT | NL | 47 | 142 | 18 | 42 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 0.296 | -100.2 |
| 1923 | PIT | NL | 12 | 29 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0.276 | 0.0 |
| 1924 | PIT | NL | 5 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
| 1925 | PIT | NL | 3 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 14 | 0 | 94 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| 2B | 29 | 0 | 50 | 66 | 6 | 7 |
| 3B | 6 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | PIT | 1B | 2 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1922 | PIT | 2B | 29 | 0 | 50 | 66 | 6 | 7 |
| 1922 | PIT | 3B | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1922 | PIT | SS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1923 | PIT | 1B | 4 | 0 | 39 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 1923 | PIT | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 1924 | PIT | 1B | 5 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1925 | PIT | 1B | 3 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 14 |
| Second Base | 29 |
| Third Base | 6 |
| Shortstop | 1 |