Jesse Jefferson
Born: 3/3/1949 in Midlothian, VA, USA
Died: 9/8/2011 in Midlothian, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1973-06-23 | Final Game: 1981-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 188 lbs
Full name: Jesse Harrison Jefferson
Biography
Jesse Jefferson, born in 1949, was a dedicated pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1973 until 1981. Over his career, he showcased his talent on the mound with a record of 39 wins and 81 losses, complemented by an earned run average (ERA) of 4.81. Jefferson struck out a total of 522 batters and recorded 1 save, reflecting his ability to contribute to his team's pitching depth during the competitive landscape of the 1970s.
Jefferson's playing style was marked by resilience and determination as he navigated the challenges of a pitching career in an era that was increasingly dominated by powerful hitters. His contributions were particularly notable during a time when the game was transitioning, with offenses becoming more explosive. Although he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Jefferson's role as a reliable pitcher in the league helped shape the teams he played for and leave a lasting impression on the game. He retired in 1981, concluding a career that, while not filled with accolades, demonstrated the grit and tenacity that many pitchers embody.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 81 | 237 | 144 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 1085.7 | 1151 | 580 | 118 | 520 | 522 | 4.81 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | BAL | AL | 6 | 5 | 18 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.7 | 104 | 46 | 46 | 52 | 4.11 | -2811.5 |
| 1974 | BAL | AL | 1 | 0 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 57.3 | 55 | 28 | 38 | 31 | 4.40 | -451.6 |
| 1975 | BAL | AL | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.7 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 2.35 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | CHW | AL | 5 | 9 | 22 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 107.7 | 100 | 61 | 94 | 67 | 5.10 | - |
| 1976 | CHW | AL | 2 | 5 | 19 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62.3 | 86 | 59 | 42 | 30 | 8.52 | - |
| 1977 | TOR | AL | 9 | 17 | 33 | 33 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 217.0 | 224 | 104 | 83 | 114 | 4.31 | -1292.2 |
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 7 | 16 | 31 | 30 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 211.7 | 214 | 103 | 86 | 97 | 4.38 | -5314.7 |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 2 | 10 | 34 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 116.0 | 150 | 71 | 45 | 43 | 5.51 | -3959.7 |
| 1980 | PIT | NL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.7 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1.35 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 4 | 13 | 29 | 18 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 121.7 | 130 | 74 | 52 | 53 | 5.47 | -2036.0 |
| 1981 | LAA | AL | 2 | 4 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 77.0 | 80 | 31 | 24 | 27 | 3.62 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 237 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | BAL | AL | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | BAL | AL | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | BAL | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | CHW | AL | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | CHW | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | TOR | AL | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | TOR | AL | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | TOR | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | PIT | NL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | TOR | AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | LAA | AL | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 237 | 144 | 70 | 186 | 25 | 14 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | BAL | P | 18 | 15 | 5 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | BAL | P | 20 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| 1975 | BAL | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1975 | CHA | P | 22 | 21 | 5 | 18 | 4 | 1 |
| 1976 | CHA | P | 19 | 9 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 2 |
| 1977 | TOR | P | 33 | 33 | 12 | 38 | 8 | 2 |
| 1978 | TOR | P | 31 | 30 | 15 | 31 | 3 | 3 |
| 1979 | TOR | P | 34 | 10 | 10 | 22 | 4 | 1 |
| 1980 | PIT | P | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1980 | TOR | P | 29 | 18 | 5 | 24 | 2 | 1 |
| 1981 | CAL | P | 26 | 5 | 11 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 237 |