Niles Jordan, baseball player, 1951-1952

Niles Jordan

Born: 12/1/1925 in Lyman, WA, USA

Died: 3/15/2008 in Sedro-Woolley, WA, USA

MLB Debut: 1951-08-26 | Final Game: 1952-09-16

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Niles Chapman Jordan

Biography

Niles Jordan was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the Major Leagues from 1951 to 1952. Born in 1925, Jordan made his debut during a time when the sport was transitioning into the post-war era, characterized by a resurgence in fan interest and an evolving style of play. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 2-4, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.19. His pitching repertoire allowed him to strike out 13 batters, showcasing his ability to handle pressure situations on the mound. Though his career was relatively short, Jordan's contribution to the game during its formative years in the early 1950s is noteworthy. He played during a time when Major League Baseball was growing in popularity and beginning to integrate players from diverse backgrounds, which would forever change the landscape of the sport. Despite not recording any saves, Jordan's role as a pitcher highlighted the competitive spirit of the era, as he navigated the challenges of a league filled with emerging talent and established stars.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
2 4 8 6 2 1 0 43.0 49 20 5 11 13 4.19 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
8 14 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 5 0.071 0.133 0.071 0.205 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 8 0 3 5 0 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 8