Tex Jones
Born: 8/4/1885 in Marion, KS, USA
Died: 2/26/1938 in Wichita, KS, USA
MLB Debut: 1911-04-13 | Final Game: 1911-04-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 192 lbs
Full name: William Roderick Jones
Biography
Tex Jones, born in 1885, was a professional baseball player whose career, though brief, spanned the early part of the 20th century. He played in the major leagues from April 13, 1911, to April 23, 1911, during a time when the game was evolving with the introduction of new strategies and a focus on offense. As a position player, Jones appeared in a total of 9 games, demonstrating a mix of skill and determination on the field.
Throughout his short career, Jones recorded 6 hits, resulting in a batting average of .194. He contributed to his team with 4 RBIs and managed to steal a base, showcasing his speed and base-running capability. While he did not hit any home runs, his performance reflected the competitive nature of the era and the challenges faced by players during this transitional period in baseball history. Despite the limited opportunities, Tex Jones remains a part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 31 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0.194 | 0.265 | 0.226 | 0.491 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | CHW | AL | 9 | 31 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0.194 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 9 | 0 | 96 | 12 | 0 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | CHA | 1B | 9 | 0 | 96 | 12 | 0 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 9 |