Jack Farrell
Born: 12/19/1892 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 3/24/1918 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-04-16 | Final Game: 1915-07-17
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 145 lbs
Full name: John Edward Farrell
Biography
Jack Farrell was a professional baseball player born in 1892, who played in the early 20th century during a transformative period in the sport. His career spanned from 1914 to 1915, during which he participated in 226 games as a position player. Known for his speed on the basepaths, Farrell recorded 20 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposing pitchers and defenses. Despite not hitting any home runs, he contributed with a total of 171 hits and 49 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .229.
Farrell's playing style reflected the era's emphasis on contact hitting and base running rather than power, as evidenced by his lack of home runs. Although his time in the major leagues was relatively brief, Farrell's contributions to his teams were significant in the context of the game as it was evolving. He played amidst the waning years of the deadball era, a time characterized by low scoring and a focus on strategy over slugging. His legacy is a testament to the diverse skill sets that players brought to the field during this pivotal time in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 226 | 746 | 85 | 171 | 33 | 5 | 0 | 49 | 20 | 77 | 83 | 0.229 | 0.305 | 0.287 | 0.592 | -1236.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | CHF | FL | 156 | 524 | 58 | 123 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 35 | 12 | 52 | 65 | 0.235 | -810.0 |
| 1915 | CHF | FL | 70 | 222 | 27 | 48 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 8 | 25 | 18 | 0.216 | -426.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 225 | 0 | 492 | 639 | 59 | 80 |
| SS | 4 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | CHF | 2B | 155 | 0 | 354 | 457 | 39 | 54 |
| 1914 | CHF | SS | 3 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1915 | CHF | 2B | 70 | 0 | 138 | 182 | 20 | 26 |
| 1915 | CHF | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 225 |
| Shortstop | 4 |