Randy Jackson
Born: 2/10/1926 in Little Rock, AR, USA
Died: 3/20/2019 in Athens, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1950-05-02 | Final Game: 1959-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Ransom Joseph Jackson
Biography
Randy Jackson was a notable position player in Major League Baseball whose career spanned nearly a decade from 1950 to 1959. Born in 1926, Jackson made a significant impact during the post-World War II era, a time when baseball was recovering and evolving in the United States. He played in a total of 955 games, amassing 835 hits and recording 103 home runs, which showcased his power at the plate. With a career batting average of .261, he demonstrated consistent offensive capabilities, contributing to his teams with 415 RBIs and 36 stolen bases over his career.
Jackson was selected as an All-Star twice, highlighting his status as one of the prominent players of his time. His playing style was characterized by a blend of solid hitting and speed, allowing him to make contributions both as a power hitter and a base runner. Throughout his career, he played during a transformative period in baseball, navigating the complexities of a sport that was integrating and expanding its reach. Randy Jackson's contributions to the game were marked by his durability and versatility, leaving a lasting legacy within the fabric of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 955 | 3203 | 412 | 835 | 115 | 44 | 103 | 415 | 36 | 281 | 382 | 0.261 | 0.320 | 0.421 | 0.741 | 1156.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | CHC | NL | 34 | 111 | 13 | 25 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 25 | 0.225 | -266.7 |
| 1951 | CHC | NL | 145 | 557 | 78 | 153 | 24 | 6 | 16 | 76 | 14 | 47 | 44 | 0.275 | 424.9 |
| 1952 | CHC | NL | 116 | 379 | 44 | 88 | 8 | 5 | 9 | 34 | 6 | 27 | 42 | 0.232 | -720.1 |
| 1953 | CHC | NL | 139 | 498 | 61 | 142 | 22 | 8 | 19 | 66 | 8 | 42 | 61 | 0.285 | 1003.3 |
| 1954 | CHC | NL | 126 | 484 | 77 | 132 | 17 | 6 | 19 | 67 | 2 | 44 | 55 | 0.273 | 702.5 |
| 1955 | CHC | NL | 138 | 499 | 73 | 132 | 13 | 7 | 21 | 70 | 0 | 58 | 58 | 0.265 | 777.0 |
| 1956 | BRO | NL | 101 | 307 | 37 | 84 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 53 | 2 | 28 | 38 | 0.274 | 302.7 |
| 1957 | BRO | NL | 48 | 131 | 7 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 9 | 20 | 0.198 | -693.6 |
| 1958 | CLE | AL | 29 | 91 | 7 | 22 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 0.242 | -86.8 |
| 1958 | LAD | NL | 35 | 65 | 8 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 0.185 | -86.8 |
| 1959 | CHC | NL | 41 | 74 | 7 | 18 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 11 | 10 | 0.243 | 22.2 |
| 1959 | CLE | AL | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.143 | 22.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | WS | BRO | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 844 | 420 | 868 | 1725 | 123 | 157 |
| OF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | CHN | 3B | 27 | 0 | 26 | 56 | 8 | 3 |
| 1951 | CHN | 3B | 143 | 0 | 198 | 323 | 24 | 32 |
| 1952 | CHN | 3B | 104 | 0 | 91 | 203 | 13 | 13 |
| 1952 | CHN | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1953 | CHN | 3B | 133 | 0 | 141 | 265 | 22 | 24 |
| 1954 | CHN | 3B | 124 | 124 | 118 | 266 | 18 | 21 |
| 1955 | CHN | 3B | 134 | 134 | 125 | 247 | 20 | 26 |
| 1956 | BRO | 3B | 80 | 74 | 84 | 184 | 2 | 19 |
| 1957 | BRO | 3B | 34 | 32 | 27 | 53 | 2 | 7 |
| 1958 | CLE | 3B | 24 | 22 | 25 | 57 | 9 | 4 |
| 1958 | LAN | 3B | 17 | 14 | 13 | 41 | 2 | 6 |
| 1959 | CHN | 3B | 22 | 18 | 20 | 28 | 3 | 2 |
| 1959 | CHN | OF | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1959 | CLE | 3B | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 844 |
| Left Field | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at Austin | Austin | TX | 1946, 1947 |
| Texas Christian University | Fort Worth | TX | 1945 |