Percy Jones
Born: 10/28/1899 in Harwood, TX, USA
Died: 3/18/1979 in Dallas, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1920-08-06 | Final Game: 1930-06-11
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Percy Lee Jones
Biography
Percy Jones was a professional baseball pitcher who played from 1920 until 1930. Born in 1899, Jones's career spanned a transformative period in Major League Baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven game. Throughout his time on the mound, he compiled a record of 53 wins and 57 losses, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 4.34. His ability to strike out batters was notable; he recorded a total of 381 strikeouts over his career, complemented by 6 saves, showcasing his versatility as a pitcher.
Jones's playing style reflected the evolving strategies of the time, as pitchers began to adapt to the increasing emphasis on power hitting. While his win-loss record may not have been stellar, his contributions on the field were significant during a decade that saw the rise of several legendary players and teams. After retiring in 1930, Jones left an imprint on the game, having navigated the challenges of a competitive era and contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53 | 57 | 251 | 113 | 49 | 8 | 6 | 1026.0 | 1137 | 495 | 53 | 494 | 381 | 4.34 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | CHC | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 11.57 | - |
| 1921 | CHC | NL | 3 | 5 | 32 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 98.7 | 116 | 50 | 39 | 46 | 4.56 | - |
| 1922 | CHC | NL | 8 | 9 | 44 | 24 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 162.0 | 197 | 86 | 68 | 45 | 4.78 | - |
| 1925 | CHC | NL | 6 | 6 | 28 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 124.0 | 123 | 64 | 71 | 60 | 4.65 | - |
| 1926 | CHC | NL | 12 | 7 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 160.3 | 151 | 55 | 90 | 80 | 3.09 | - |
| 1927 | CHC | NL | 7 | 8 | 30 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 112.7 | 123 | 51 | 72 | 37 | 4.07 | - |
| 1928 | CHC | NL | 10 | 6 | 39 | 18 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 154.0 | 167 | 69 | 56 | 41 | 4.03 | - |
| 1929 | BSN | NL | 7 | 15 | 35 | 22 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 188.3 | 219 | 97 | 84 | 69 | 4.64 | -1915.9 |
| 1930 | PIT | NL | 0 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.0 | 26 | 14 | 11 | 3 | 6.63 | -1258.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 252 | 324 | 17 | 63 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 1 | 12 | 97 | 0.194 | 0.223 | 0.213 | 0.436 | -1112.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | CHC | NL | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1921 | CHC | NL | 32 | 27 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1922 | CHC | NL | 44 | 47 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 18 | 0.085 | 0.0 |
| 1925 | CHC | NL | 28 | 39 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1926 | CHC | NL | 30 | 50 | 4 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 0.260 | -74.8 |
| 1927 | CHC | NL | 30 | 40 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.350 | 0.0 |
| 1928 | CHC | NL | 39 | 56 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 0.196 | -419.6 |
| 1929 | BSN | NL | 36 | 61 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0.148 | -618.1 |
| 1930 | PIT | NL | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 251 | 0 | 35 | 243 | 17 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | CHN | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | CHN | P | 32 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| 1922 | CHN | P | 44 | 0 | 3 | 42 | 4 | 1 |
| 1925 | CHN | P | 28 | 0 | 4 | 38 | 3 | 1 |
| 1926 | CHN | P | 30 | 0 | 2 | 34 | 5 | 0 |
| 1927 | CHN | P | 30 | 0 | 3 | 33 | 2 | 2 |
| 1928 | CHN | P | 39 | 0 | 3 | 36 | 2 | 2 |
| 1929 | BSN | P | 35 | 0 | 14 | 42 | 1 | 2 |
| 1930 | PIT | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 251 |