Rip Jordan
Born: 9/28/1889 in Portland, ME, USA
Died: 6/5/1960 in Meriden, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1912-06-25 | Final Game: 1919-09-27
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 172 lbs
Full name: Raymond Willis Jordan
Biography
Rip Jordan was a professional baseball player born in 1889, whose career spanned from 1912 until his last appearance on September 27, 1919. As a position player, he played in the Major Leagues during an era characterized by a transition away from the deadball style of play, though his time in the spotlight was brief. Jordan appeared in a total of 5 games, but his time on the field did not result in any recorded hits, home runs, or runs batted in, leading to a batting average of 0.0.
Despite his limited contributions to the game, Jordan was part of a generation of players navigating the complexities and challenges of early 20th-century baseball. His career, though not statistically prolific, reflects the broader narrative of the sport during a time when many players were striving to define their roles in a rapidly evolving league. While Rip Jordan may not be remembered for his on-field achievements, he remains a footnote in the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless individuals who aspired to make their mark in America's pastime.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.3 | 19 | 12 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 6.61 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.3 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 5.11 | - |
| 1919 | WSN | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 11.25 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | CHW | AL | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1919 | WSN | AL | 1 | 1 | 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 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | CHA | P | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1919 | WS1 | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 4 |