Jack McMahon
Born: 10/15/1869 in Waterbury, CT, USA
Died: 12/30/1894 in Bridgeport, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1892-08-08 | Final Game: 1893-06-19
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: John Henry McMahon
Biography
Jack McMahon, born in 1869, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1892 to 1893. Primarily a position player, McMahon made a noteworthy impact during a transitional period in baseball history, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era into a time of increased offensive production. He played a total of 51 games, amassing 43 hits with a batting average of .243. McMahon demonstrated versatility and power at the plate, contributing 28 RBIs and hitting one home run during his brief career.
In addition to his offensive contributions, McMahon showcased his speed on the base paths, successfully stealing three bases. Although his career was relatively short, his performance reflected the competitive nature of the game in the early 1890s, where players were beginning to explore new strategies and styles of play. McMahon’s tenure in Major League Baseball may have been brief, but his presence in the sport during its formative years adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | 177 | 26 | 43 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 28 | 3 | 12 | 9 | 0.243 | 0.295 | 0.390 | 0.685 | -59.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | NY1 | NL | 40 | 147 | 21 | 33 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 10 | 9 | 0.224 | -59.5 |
| 1893 | NY1 | NL | 11 | 30 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 36 | 0 | 312 | 13 | 9 | 13 |
| C | 16 | 0 | 52 | 11 | 7 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | NY1 | C | 5 | 0 | 19 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1892 | NY1 | 1B | 36 | 0 | 312 | 13 | 9 | 13 |
| 1893 | NY1 | C | 11 | 0 | 33 | 8 | 5 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 16 |
| First Base | 36 |