Jack Bellman

Born: 3/4/1864 in Louisville, KY, USA

Died: 12/8/1931 in Louisville, KY, USA

MLB Debut: 1889-04-23 | Final Game: 1889-04-23

Height: 5'7" | Weight: 150 lbs

Full name: John Hutchins Bellman

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Biography

Jack Bellman, born in 1864, was a professional baseball player whose brief career spanned a single day on April 23, 1889. As a position player, he made a notable, albeit fleeting, mark in the annals of baseball history by appearing in just one game. In that game, Bellman showcased his batting prowess with a single hit in two at-bats, resulting in a batting average of 0.5. Although he did not hit any home runs or record any RBIs, his participation in the game reflects the era's transitional nature, as baseball was evolving into a more organized and structured sport. Playing during a time when the game was still in its infancy, Bellman’s career is a testament to the countless players who contributed to the foundation of professional baseball. His story is representative of many athletes of the late 19th century, whose contributions may not have been recognized in the same way as their more prominent contemporaries. While his statistics may be modest, Bellman's brief appearance serves as a reminder of the diverse tapestry of baseball's history, capturing a moment in time when the sport was beginning to gain traction and popularity across the United States.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
1	2	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.500	0.667	0.500	1.167	0.0

Career AVG .500 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — +89.6% above league average.

Career OBP .667 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — +99.6% above league average.

Career SLG .500 vs. league average .358 across their career seasons — +39.8% above league average.

Career OPS 1.167 vs. league average 0.692 across their career seasons — +68.7% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1889	SL4	AA	1	2	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0.500	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
C	1	0	1	1	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1889	SL4	C	1	0	1	1	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Catcher	1