Arndt Jorgens
Born: 5/18/1905 in Modum, Buskerud, Norway
Died: 3/1/1980 in Evanston, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1929-04-26 | Final Game: 1939-08-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Arndt Ludwig Jorgens
Biography
Arndt Jorgens, born in 1905, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1929 until his retirement in 1939. He played primarily as a position player, participating in a total of 307 games throughout his career. Jorgens was known for his tenacity on the field and contributed significantly to his teams with a career batting average of .238. Over the course of his time in the league, he recorded 176 hits, 4 home runs, and 89 RBIs, showcasing a reliable offensive presence.
During an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more power-oriented approach in baseball, Jorgens played a crucial role in adapting to the changing dynamics of the game. While he was not a prolific power hitter, his ability to drive in runs and make contact at critical moments established him as a valuable team player. Jorgens also displayed speed on the bases, finishing his career with 3 stolen bases. Though not a household name, his contributions to the teams he played for remain a testament to the dedication and spirit of the game during a transformative period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 307 | 738 | 79 | 176 | 31 | 5 | 4 | 89 | 3 | 85 | 73 | 0.238 | 0.317 | 0.310 | 0.627 | -1804.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | NYY | AL | 18 | 34 | 6 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 0.324 | 0.0 |
| 1930 | NYY | AL | 16 | 30 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.367 | 0.0 |
| 1931 | NYY | AL | 46 | 100 | 12 | 27 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 0.270 | -178.0 |
| 1932 | NYY | AL | 56 | 151 | 13 | 33 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 19 | 0 | 14 | 11 | 0.219 | -496.6 |
| 1933 | NYY | AL | 21 | 50 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 0.220 | 112.5 |
| 1934 | NYY | AL | 58 | 183 | 14 | 38 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 20 | 2 | 23 | 24 | 0.208 | -815.5 |
| 1935 | NYY | AL | 36 | 84 | 6 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 10 | 0.238 | -240.7 |
| 1936 | NYY | AL | 31 | 66 | 5 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.273 | -185.8 |
| 1937 | NYY | AL | 13 | 23 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0.130 | 0.0 |
| 1938 | NYY | AL | 9 | 17 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | NYY | AL | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 286 | 0 | 1128 | 92 | 28 | 19 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | NYA | C | 15 | 0 | 41 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 1930 | NYA | C | 16 | 0 | 43 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| 1931 | NYA | C | 40 | 0 | 144 | 10 | 6 | 0 |
| 1932 | NYA | C | 56 | 0 | 240 | 20 | 9 | 3 |
| 1933 | NYA | C | 19 | 0 | 108 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 1934 | NYA | C | 56 | 0 | 288 | 20 | 5 | 7 |
| 1935 | NYA | C | 33 | 0 | 130 | 12 | 0 | 5 |
| 1936 | NYA | C | 30 | 0 | 87 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1937 | NYA | C | 11 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1938 | NYA | C | 8 | 0 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1939 | NYA | C | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 286 |