Jake Crawford

Born: 3/30/1928 in Campbell, MO, USA

Died: 10/21/2008 in Fort Worth, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1952-09-07 | Final Game: 1952-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Rufus Crawford

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Biography

Jake Crawford was a professional baseball player born in 1928, who played as a position player during a brief career in Major League Baseball. His professional stint lasted from September 7, 1952, to September 28, 1952, during a time when the sport was experiencing a post-World War II renaissance, characterized by the emergence of new talents and the continued popularity of the game across the United States. Crawford appeared in a total of 7 games, where he recorded 2 hits, resulting in a batting average of 0.182. Although he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, he managed to steal one base, showcasing a glimpse of his speed and agility on the field. Despite his limited playing time, Crawford's contribution to the game reflects the experiences of many players who navigated the competitive landscape of the era, striving to make their mark in a league filled with emerging stars. His brief presence in the majors serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who participated in America's pastime, even if only for a short period.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
7	11	1	2	1	0	0	0	1	1	5	0.182	0.250	0.273	0.523	0.0

Career AVG .182 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — 28.0% below league average.

Career OBP .250 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 23.5% below league average.

Career SLG .273 vs. league average .370 across their career seasons — 26.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.523 vs. league average 0.696 across their career seasons — 24.9% below 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
1952	SLA	AL	7	11	1	2	1	0	0	0	1	1	5	0.182	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	3	0	6	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1952	SLA	OF	3	0	6	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Center Field	2
Right Field	1