Jerry Lynch
Born: 7/17/1930 in Bay City, MI, USA
Died: 4/1/2012 in Austell, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-04-15 | Final Game: 1966-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Gerald Thomas Lynch
Biography
Jerry Lynch, born in 1930, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who played from 1954 to 1966. Known for his versatility and power at the plate, Lynch appeared in 1,184 games during his career, amassing 798 hits and 115 home runs. He recorded a solid batting average of .277, complemented by 470 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs consistently. Additionally, Lynch demonstrated speed on the bases, finishing his career with 12 stolen bases.
Lynch's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, bridging the gap between the post-war era and the rise of the modern game. He played for several teams, most notably the Cincinnati Reds, where he became a fan favorite for his clutch hitting and ability to perform under pressure. His contributions to the game were significant, as he provided depth and experience to the rosters he played on, leaving a lasting impact on the teams and fans alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1184 | 2879 | 364 | 798 | 123 | 34 | 115 | 470 | 12 | 224 | 416 | 0.277 | 0.329 | 0.463 | 0.792 | 5429.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PIT | NL | 98 | 284 | 27 | 68 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 36 | 2 | 20 | 43 | 0.239 | -521.0 |
| 1955 | PIT | NL | 88 | 282 | 43 | 80 | 18 | 6 | 5 | 28 | 2 | 22 | 33 | 0.284 | 227.3 |
| 1956 | PIT | NL | 19 | 19 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.158 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | CIN | NL | 67 | 124 | 11 | 32 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 18 | 0.258 | -105.5 |
| 1958 | CIN | NL | 122 | 420 | 58 | 131 | 20 | 5 | 16 | 68 | 1 | 18 | 54 | 0.312 | 1143.5 |
| 1959 | CIN | NL | 117 | 379 | 49 | 102 | 16 | 3 | 17 | 58 | 2 | 29 | 50 | 0.269 | 569.5 |
| 1960 | CIN | NL | 102 | 159 | 23 | 46 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 27 | 0 | 16 | 25 | 0.289 | 502.0 |
| 1961 | CIN | NL | 96 | 181 | 33 | 57 | 13 | 2 | 13 | 50 | 2 | 27 | 25 | 0.315 | 1443.4 |
| 1962 | CIN | NL | 114 | 288 | 41 | 81 | 15 | 4 | 12 | 57 | 3 | 24 | 38 | 0.281 | 685.2 |
| 1963 | CIN | NL | 22 | 32 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1963 | PIT | NL | 88 | 237 | 26 | 63 | 6 | 3 | 10 | 36 | 0 | 22 | 28 | 0.266 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | PIT | NL | 114 | 297 | 35 | 81 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 66 | 0 | 26 | 57 | 0.273 | 954.2 |
| 1965 | PIT | NL | 73 | 121 | 7 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 8 | 26 | 0.281 | 179.4 |
| 1966 | PIT | NL | 64 | 56 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.214 | -178.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | WS | CIN | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 4 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 706 | 641 | 955 | 44 | 37 | 12 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | PIT | OF | 83 | 73 | 127 | 10 | 5 | 2 |
| 1955 | PIT | C | 2 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1955 | PIT | OF | 71 | 64 | 104 | 11 | 6 | 3 |
| 1956 | PIT | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | CIN | C | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1957 | CIN | OF | 24 | 21 | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1958 | CIN | OF | 101 | 95 | 154 | 5 | 5 | 2 |
| 1959 | CIN | OF | 98 | 94 | 180 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| 1960 | CIN | OF | 32 | 25 | 41 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| 1961 | CIN | OF | 44 | 36 | 53 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1962 | CIN | OF | 73 | 65 | 89 | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| 1963 | CIN | OF | 7 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1963 | PIT | OF | 64 | 59 | 70 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1964 | PIT | OF | 78 | 76 | 59 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1965 | PIT | OF | 26 | 24 | 27 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 1966 | PIT | OF | 4 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 4 |
| Left Field | 507 |
| Right Field | 205 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 22th | 1.0 | 224 | 0 |