Jake Volz
Born: 4/4/1878 in San Antonio, TX, USA
Died: 8/11/1962 in San Antonio, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1901-09-28 | Final Game: 1908-09-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Jacob Phillip Volz
Biography
Jake Volz was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1901 to 1908. Born in 1878, Volz played during a time when the game was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era into a more offensive-focused style. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 2-4 with a 6.1 earned run average (ERA), showcasing the challenges many pitchers faced in maintaining effectiveness during this transformative period in baseball history.
Despite limited success in terms of wins, Volz contributed to his teams with his pitching prowess, recording a total of 12 strikeouts. He was known for his dedication to the game and the tenacity he displayed on the mound. While he did not achieve notable fame or longevity in the sport, Volz remains a part of baseball's rich tapestry, representing the many players who competed fiercely during the formative years of Major League Baseball. His career ended on September 2, 1908, leaving behind a legacy that reflects the spirit of early 20th-century baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 | 11 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 38.3 | 34 | 26 | 3 | 29 | 12 | 6.10 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | BOS | AL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7.0 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 9.00 | 0.0 |
| 1905 | BSN | NL | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.7 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 1 | 10.38 | 0.0 |
| 1908 | CIN | NL | 1 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 22.7 | 16 | 9 | 12 | 6 | 3.57 | -929.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.100 | 0.100 | 0.100 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | BOS | AL | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1905 | BSN | NL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1908 | CIN | NL | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 11 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | BOS | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1905 | BSN | P | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1908 | CIN | P | 7 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 11 |