Baby Doll Jacobson
Born: 8/16/1890 in Cable, IL, USA
Died: 1/16/1977 in Orion, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-04-14 | Final Game: 1927-09-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: William Chester Jacobson
Biography
Baby Doll Jacobson was a prominent professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1915 to 1927. Born in 1890, Jacobson established himself as a key position player during the early years of Major League Baseball, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. Over his 12-year career, he played in 1,472 games, amassing a remarkable 1,714 hits and finishing with a notable batting average of .311. Jacobson's offensive prowess was further exemplified by his 83 home runs and 821 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to contribute significantly to his team's success.
Known for his speed and agility on the bases, Jacobson also recorded 86 stolen bases throughout his career, reflecting the playing style of his era that still valued base running as a key component of the game. His consistent performance and strong batting made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, as he navigated a rapidly evolving baseball landscape. Jacobson's legacy as a skilled hitter and base runner remains a noteworthy part of baseball history, highlighting the talent that emerged during the early 20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1472 | 5507 | 787 | 1714 | 328 | 94 | 83 | 821 | 86 | 355 | 410 | 0.311 | 0.357 | 0.450 | 0.807 | 12469.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | DET | AL | 37 | 65 | 5 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 0.215 | -31.1 |
| 1915 | SLA | AL | 34 | 115 | 13 | 24 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 10 | 26 | 0.209 | -31.1 |
| 1917 | SLA | AL | 148 | 529 | 53 | 131 | 23 | 7 | 4 | 55 | 10 | 31 | 67 | 0.248 | -148.9 |
| 1919 | SLA | AL | 120 | 455 | 70 | 147 | 31 | 8 | 4 | 51 | 9 | 24 | 47 | 0.323 | 1693.2 |
| 1920 | SLA | AL | 154 | 609 | 97 | 216 | 34 | 14 | 9 | 122 | 11 | 46 | 37 | 0.355 | 3332.0 |
| 1921 | SLA | AL | 151 | 599 | 90 | 211 | 38 | 14 | 5 | 92 | 8 | 42 | 30 | 0.352 | 2227.9 |
| 1922 | SLA | AL | 145 | 555 | 88 | 176 | 22 | 16 | 9 | 102 | 19 | 46 | 36 | 0.317 | 1425.1 |
| 1923 | SLA | AL | 147 | 592 | 76 | 183 | 29 | 6 | 8 | 81 | 6 | 29 | 27 | 0.309 | 276.1 |
| 1924 | SLA | AL | 152 | 579 | 103 | 184 | 41 | 12 | 19 | 97 | 6 | 35 | 45 | 0.318 | 2152.1 |
| 1925 | SLA | AL | 142 | 540 | 103 | 184 | 30 | 9 | 15 | 76 | 8 | 45 | 26 | 0.341 | 2059.9 |
| 1926 | BOS | AL | 98 | 394 | 44 | 120 | 36 | 1 | 6 | 69 | 4 | 22 | 22 | 0.305 | 488.5 |
| 1926 | SLA | AL | 50 | 182 | 18 | 52 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 21 | 1 | 9 | 14 | 0.286 | 488.5 |
| 1927 | BOS | AL | 45 | 155 | 11 | 38 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 5 | 12 | 0.245 | -484.4 |
| 1927 | CLE | AL | 32 | 103 | 13 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 0.252 | -484.4 |
| 1927 | PHA | AL | 17 | 35 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.229 | -484.4 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 47 | 0 | 456 | 27 | 12 | 21 |
| OF | 1378 | 0 | 3477 | 113 | 99 | 36 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | DET | 1B | 10 | 0 | 114 | 4 | 2 | 5 |
| 1915 | DET | OF | 7 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1915 | SLA | OF | 32 | 0 | 50 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1917 | SLA | 1B | 11 | 0 | 119 | 7 | 7 | 4 |
| 1917 | SLA | OF | 131 | 0 | 292 | 18 | 8 | 6 |
| 1919 | SLA | 1B | 8 | 0 | 75 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 1919 | SLA | OF | 106 | 0 | 270 | 9 | 15 | 2 |
| 1920 | SLA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1920 | SLA | OF | 154 | 0 | 394 | 18 | 9 | 5 |
| 1921 | SLA | 1B | 10 | 0 | 91 | 12 | 0 | 10 |
| 1921 | SLA | OF | 142 | 0 | 378 | 7 | 7 | 1 |
| 1922 | SLA | 1B | 7 | 0 | 57 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1922 | SLA | OF | 137 | 0 | 367 | 9 | 12 | 3 |
| 1923 | SLA | OF | 146 | 0 | 409 | 10 | 11 | 4 |
| 1924 | SLA | OF | 152 | 0 | 488 | 7 | 7 | 4 |
| 1925 | SLA | OF | 139 | 0 | 343 | 18 | 13 | 9 |
| 1926 | BOS | OF | 98 | 0 | 193 | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| 1926 | SLA | OF | 50 | 0 | 105 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 1927 | BOS | OF | 39 | 0 | 90 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1927 | CLE | OF | 31 | 0 | 81 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 1927 | PHA | OF | 14 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 50 |
| Left Field | 86 |
| Center Field | 1095 |
| Right Field | 200 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 26th | 1.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1925 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 7th | 10.0 | 64 | 0 |
| 1924 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 8th | 11.0 | 64 | 0 |