Jackie Price

Jackie Price was a professional baseball player born in 1912, who played in the major leagues for a brief period during the post-World War II era. His career spanned from August 18, 1946, to September 20, 1946, during which he appeared in 7 games as a position player. Price recorded 3 hits over his limited time on the field, resulting in a batting average of .231. Despite not hitting any home runs or driving in runs, his presence in the major leagues during this transitional period in baseball history reflects the changing dynamics of the sport as it began to embrace new talent following the war. Although Price's time in the major leagues was short-lived, he was part of a generation of players who contributed to the revitalization of baseball after the devastation of the war. His career, though modest in terms of statistics, illustrates the perseverance and determination of many athletes striving to make their mark in the game during a time of significant change.