Davy Jones, baseball player, 1901-1918

Davy Jones

Born: 6/30/1880 in Cambria, WI, USA

Died: 3/30/1972 in Mankato, MN, USA

MLB Debut: 1901-09-15 | Final Game: 1918-09-02

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: David Jefferson Jones

Biography

Davy Jones was a notable position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1901 to 1918. Born in 1880, Jones made a significant impact during the early 20th century, an era marked by the transition from the deadball period to the lively ball era. He played 1,090 games, amassing 1,020 hits and achieving a batting average of .27. His offensive contributions included 9 home runs and 288 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs for his teams. In addition to his hitting prowess, he demonstrated exceptional speed on the bases, finishing his career with 207 stolen bases. Jones' playing style was characterized by his all-around abilities, combining a solid batting average with a knack for stealing bases, which made him a valuable asset to his teams. Throughout his career, he played for several clubs, contributing to the evolving game of baseball during a time when the sport was gaining popularity and sophistication. His contributions on the field and his adaptability to the changing dynamics of the game solidified his place in baseball history as a player of notable skill and versatility.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1090 3774 643 1020 98 40 9 288 207 478 266 0.270 0.356 0.325 0.680 4951.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
15 49 8 13 0 0 1 1 7 2 0.265

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1909 WS DET 7 30 6 7 0 0 1 1 2 1 0.233
1908 WS DET 3 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.000
1907 WS DET 5 17 1 6 0 0 0 0 4 0 0.353

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1007 477 1971 119 83 25

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 555
Center Field 281
Right Field 174

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Dixon College Dixon IL 1900, 1901