Jerry Lynch, baseball player, 115 home runs, 1954-1966

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

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

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