Jack Lynch
Born: 2/5/1857 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 4/20/1923 in Bronx, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1881-05-02 | Final Game: 1890-04-19
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: John H. Lynch
Biography
Jack Lynch was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the late 19th century, a pivotal time in the evolution of the game. Born in 1857, Lynch's career spanned from 1881 to 1890, during which he made a significant impact in the burgeoning world of organized baseball. He compiled a career record of 110 wins and 105 losses, showcasing his competitive spirit on the mound. With a career earned run average (ERA) of 3.69, Lynch established himself as a reliable pitcher in an era that was transitioning from the deadball style of play to a more dynamic offensive approach.
Over his career, Lynch recorded 859 strikeouts, reflecting his ability to dominate hitters and contribute to his team's success. Though he did not register any saves, his role as a starting pitcher was crucial during a time when the game was still evolving in terms of strategy and player specialization. Lynch's contributions to baseball during its formative years helped pave the way for future generations, and his performance remains a noteworthy part of the sport's rich history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 | 105 | 221 | 216 | 214 | 8 | 0 | 1924.3 | 2048 | 789 | 54 | 295 | 859 | 3.69 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | BFN | NL | 10 | 9 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 165.7 | 203 | 66 | 29 | 32 | 3.59 | -893.7 |
| 1883 | NY4 | AA | 13 | 15 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 255.0 | 263 | 116 | 25 | 119 | 4.09 | 2006.9 |
| 1884 | NY4 | AA | 37 | 15 | 55 | 53 | 53 | 5 | 0 | 496.0 | 420 | 147 | 42 | 292 | 2.67 | 6034.9 |
| 1885 | NY4 | AA | 23 | 21 | 44 | 43 | 43 | 1 | 0 | 379.0 | 410 | 152 | 42 | 177 | 3.61 | 1507.4 |
| 1886 | NY4 | AA | 20 | 30 | 51 | 50 | 50 | 1 | 0 | 432.7 | 485 | 190 | 116 | 193 | 3.95 | -321.4 |
| 1887 | NY4 | AA | 7 | 14 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 187.0 | 245 | 106 | 36 | 45 | 5.10 | 874.7 |
| 1890 | BR4 | AA | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 22 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 12.00 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 226 | 792 | 75 | 137 | 20 | 5 | 0 | 28 | 7 | 51 | 26 | 0.173 | 0.225 | 0.211 | 0.436 | -3742.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | BFN | NL | 23 | 78 | 6 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.167 | -379.0 |
| 1883 | NY4 | AA | 29 | 107 | 9 | 20 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0.187 | -463.4 |
| 1884 | NY4 | AA | 55 | 198 | 21 | 30 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0.152 | -1096.0 |
| 1885 | NY4 | AA | 44 | 153 | 16 | 30 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0.196 | -427.1 |
| 1886 | NY4 | AA | 51 | 169 | 17 | 27 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 0.160 | -873.1 |
| 1887 | NY4 | AA | 23 | 83 | 4 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 7 | 18 | 0.169 | -504.1 |
| 1890 | BR4 | AA | 1 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.750 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 2 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| P | 221 | 0 | 80 | 308 | 71 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | BFN | P | 20 | 0 | 9 | 39 | 4 | 0 |
| 1881 | BFN | OF | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1883 | NY4 | P | 29 | 0 | 18 | 42 | 8 | 0 |
| 1884 | NY4 | P | 55 | 0 | 24 | 75 | 38 | 3 |
| 1885 | NY4 | P | 44 | 0 | 11 | 34 | 4 | 0 |
| 1886 | NY4 | P | 51 | 0 | 9 | 65 | 11 | 0 |
| 1887 | NY4 | P | 21 | 0 | 7 | 48 | 6 | 1 |
| 1887 | NY4 | 1B | 2 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1890 | BR4 | P | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 221 |
| First Base | 2 |
| Right Field | 6 |