Otto Jacobs
Born: 4/19/1889 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 11/19/1955 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1918-06-13 | Final Game: 1918-08-24
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Otto Albert Jacobs
Biography
Otto Jacobs, born in 1889, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball, participating in the 1918 season. He played primarily as a position player, appearing in a total of 29 games. During his time in the league, Jacobs recorded 15 hits, resulting in a batting average of .205. He contributed to his team's efforts with 3 runs batted in, although he did not hit any home runs and did not steal any bases.
Jacobs' career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, just after the deadball era, which had significantly influenced the style of play and the offensive output of players. His tenure in the majors was short-lived, lasting from June 13, 1918, to August 24, 1918, but he remains a part of baseball history as one of the many players who contributed to the early development of the game in the 20th century. Despite the limited statistical achievements, Jacobs' participation in the sport during this time reflects the broader narrative of baseball's evolution and the various athletes who have graced the field.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 73 | 4 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 0.205 | 0.256 | 0.274 | 0.530 | -208.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | CHW | AL | 29 | 73 | 4 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 0.205 | -208.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 21 | 0 | 64 | 21 | 4 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | CHA | C | 21 | 0 | 64 | 21 | 4 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 21 |