Milt Jordan
Born: 5/24/1927 in Mineral Springs, PA, USA
Died: 5/13/1993 in Ithaca, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1953-04-16 | Final Game: 1953-05-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 207 lbs
Full name: Milton Mignot Jordan
Biography
Milt Jordan, born in 1927, had a brief but notable presence in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player, making his mark during the 1953 season. Jordan's career in the big leagues spanned from April 16, 1953, to May 10, 1953, a time when the game was evolving in the post-war era, characterized by increased competition and the gradual integration of talent. Although his time in the majors was limited to just eight games, he achieved a batting average of 0.5, securing one hit during his tenure.
Despite not recording any home runs or RBIs, Jordan's appearance in the league during this transitional period remains a part of baseball history. His participation reflects the challenges and opportunities faced by players of his era. While his major league career did not flourish extensively, Milt Jordan's brief stint serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who have aspired to compete at the highest level of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.0 | 26 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5.82 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | DET | AL | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.0 | 26 | 11 | 5 | 4 | 5.82 | -494.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | DET | AL | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | DET | P | 8 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 8 |