Jack Warner
Born: 8/15/1872 in New York, NY, USA
Died: 12/21/1943 in Queens, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1895-04-23 | Final Game: 1908-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: John Joseph Warner
Biography
Jack Warner was a professional baseball player born in 1872, whose career spanned from 1895 to 1908. He played primarily as a position player and made a significant impact in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by rapid changes in the game. Over the course of his career, Warner participated in 1,074 games, achieving 870 hits and a batting average of .249. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributed to his teams with a total of 302 RBIs and 6 home runs, while also showcasing his speed with 83 stolen bases.
Warner's playing style reflected the transitional period of baseball as it moved away from the deadball era towards a more offensive game. His ability to steal bases was a valuable asset, contributing to the offensive strategies of his teams. Throughout his career, Warner played for multiple teams, building a reputation as a reliable player who could adapt to various roles on the diamond. His contributions to the game have been recognized as part of the rich tapestry of baseball history during a time when the sport was evolving and gaining popularity in America.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.750 | 0.750 | 1.000 | 1.750 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.750 | 0.750 | 1.000 | 1.750 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1074 | 3497 | 348 | 870 | 81 | 35 | 6 | 302 | 83 | 181 | 248 | 0.249 | 0.303 | 0.297 | 0.600 | -6668.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | BSN | NL | 3 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1895 | LS3 | NL | 67 | 232 | 20 | 62 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 20 | 10 | 11 | 16 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
| 1896 | LS3 | NL | 33 | 110 | 9 | 25 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 10 | 10 | 0.227 | -454.8 |
| 1896 | NY1 | NL | 19 | 54 | 9 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 0.259 | -454.8 |
| 1897 | NY1 | NL | 111 | 400 | 50 | 109 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 51 | 8 | 26 | 22 | 0.273 | -757.2 |
| 1898 | NY1 | NL | 110 | 373 | 40 | 96 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 42 | 9 | 22 | 28 | 0.257 | -453.7 |
| 1899 | NY1 | NL | 88 | 293 | 38 | 78 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 15 | 15 | 20 | 0.266 | -698.3 |
| 1900 | NY1 | NL | 34 | 108 | 15 | 27 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 0.250 | -227.0 |
| 1901 | NY1 | NL | 87 | 291 | 19 | 70 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 20 | 3 | 3 | 39 | 0.241 | -1137.5 |
| 1902 | BOS | AL | 65 | 222 | 19 | 52 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 13 | 9 | 0.234 | -380.5 |
| 1903 | NY1 | NL | 89 | 285 | 38 | 81 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 34 | 5 | 7 | 23 | 0.284 | 34.6 |
| 1904 | NY1 | NL | 86 | 287 | 29 | 57 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 14 | 13 | 0.199 | -978.5 |
| 1905 | DET | AL | 36 | 119 | 12 | 24 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 0.202 | -334.8 |
| 1905 | STL | NL | 41 | 137 | 9 | 35 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 0.255 | -334.8 |
| 1906 | DET | AL | 50 | 153 | 15 | 37 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 12 | 11 | 0.242 | 56.3 |
| 1906 | WSN | AL | 32 | 103 | 5 | 21 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0.204 | 56.3 |
| 1907 | WSN | AL | 72 | 207 | 11 | 53 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 3 | 12 | 14 | 0.256 | -117.7 |
| 1908 | WSN | AL | 51 | 116 | 8 | 28 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 0.241 | 1.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 8 | 0 | 43 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| C | 1033 | 322 | 4508 | 1309 | 205 | 100 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | BSN | C | 3 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1895 | LS3 | C | 64 | 0 | 195 | 47 | 18 | 4 |
| 1895 | LS3 | 1B | 3 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 1895 | LS3 | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1896 | LS3 | C | 32 | 0 | 132 | 38 | 11 | 4 |
| 1896 | LS3 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1896 | NY1 | C | 19 | 0 | 68 | 15 | 7 | 0 |
| 1897 | NY1 | C | 111 | 0 | 523 | 127 | 32 | 17 |
| 1898 | NY1 | C | 109 | 0 | 536 | 139 | 22 | 10 |
| 1898 | NY1 | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1899 | NY1 | C | 82 | 0 | 312 | 123 | 22 | 8 |
| 1899 | NY1 | 1B | 3 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1900 | NY1 | C | 31 | 0 | 98 | 49 | 8 | 5 |
| 1901 | NY1 | C | 84 | 0 | 361 | 107 | 16 | 11 |
| 1902 | BOS | C | 64 | 0 | 252 | 81 | 7 | 8 |
| 1903 | NY1 | C | 85 | 0 | 450 | 123 | 8 | 9 |
| 1904 | NY1 | C | 86 | 82 | 427 | 115 | 10 | 7 |
| 1905 | DET | C | 36 | 36 | 185 | 40 | 6 | 2 |
| 1905 | SLN | C | 41 | 40 | 165 | 63 | 10 | 4 |
| 1906 | DET | C | 49 | 48 | 193 | 79 | 6 | 3 |
| 1906 | WS1 | C | 32 | 32 | 155 | 57 | 7 | 2 |
| 1907 | WS1 | C | 64 | 53 | 271 | 64 | 10 | 4 |
| 1908 | WS1 | C | 41 | 31 | 178 | 38 | 4 | 2 |
| 1908 | WS1 | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1033 |
| First Base | 9 |
| Second Base | 1 |
| Right Field | 1 |