George Jackson
Born: 1/2/1882 in Springfield, MO, USA
Died: 11/26/1972 in Cleburne, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1911-08-02 | Final Game: 1913-04-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: George Christopher Jackson
Biography
George Jackson was a professional baseball player born in 1882, whose career spanned from 1911 to 1913. Primarily playing as a position player, Jackson made a notable mark during the early 20th century, a time when baseball was evolving beyond the constraints of the deadball era and beginning to embrace more offensive strategies. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 152 games, showcasing his hitting prowess with a career batting average of .285. His offensive contributions included 158 hits, four home runs, and 73 runs batted in, demonstrating his ability to drive in runs and support his team effectively.
Jackson was also known for his speed on the bases, accumulating 34 stolen bases throughout his career, which highlighted his agility and strategic base running. While his time in Major League Baseball was relatively brief, he left an impression during his tenure, contributing to the dynamic shifts that characterized the game in the early 1910s. His performance reflected the growing emphasis on offense that would come to define the game in subsequent decades, making him a noteworthy figure in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 152 | 554 | 85 | 158 | 24 | 7 | 4 | 73 | 34 | 50 | 95 | 0.285 | 0.357 | 0.375 | 0.733 | 603.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | BSN | NL | 39 | 147 | 28 | 51 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 25 | 12 | 12 | 21 | 0.347 | 561.5 |
| 1912 | BSN | NL | 110 | 397 | 55 | 104 | 13 | 5 | 4 | 48 | 22 | 38 | 72 | 0.262 | 42.2 |
| 1913 | BSN | NL | 3 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 149 | 0 | 310 | 25 | 22 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | BSN | OF | 39 | 0 | 74 | 4 | 6 | 1 |
| 1912 | BSN | OF | 107 | 0 | 230 | 20 | 15 | 3 |
| 1913 | BSN | OF | 3 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 135 |
| Center Field | 14 |