John Jackson
Born: 7/15/1909 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 10/22/1956 in Somers Point, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1933-06-20 | Final Game: 1933-08-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: John Lewis Jackson
Biography
John Jackson was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1909 who played during a brief career that spanned from 1933 to 1933. Making his mark in a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive style, Jackson showcased his talents in the Major Leagues for a limited period. He finished his career with a win-loss record of 2-2 and an earned run average (ERA) of 6.0, reflecting the challenges he faced during his time on the mound.
Despite a short stint in professional baseball, Jackson contributed to the teams he played for with his striking ability, amassing a total of 11 strikeouts over his career. He did not record any saves, indicating that he primarily served in a starting or middle relief role. While his time in the spotlight was brief, Jackson's participation in the game during a pivotal era adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history, showcasing the diverse players who have shaped the sport over the decades.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.667 | 0.500 | 1.167 |
Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.50 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.500 | .000 | 0.500 |
| 1953 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 1.000 | 2.000 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Pitching
| Season | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | R | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.00 |
| 1953 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 54.0 | 74 | 36 | 3 | 35 | 11 | 6.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | PHI | NL | 2 | 2 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 54.0 | 74 | 36 | 35 | 11 | 6.00 | -2087.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 21 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.143 | 0.143 | 0.190 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | PHI | NL | 10 | 21 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 10 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | PHI | P | 10 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 10 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia | PA | 1931, 1932 |