Jocko Flynn, baseball player, 1886-1887

Jocko Flynn

Born: 6/30/1864 in Lawrence, MA, USA

Died: 12/31/1907 in Lawrence, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1886-05-01 | Final Game: 1887-05-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'6" | Weight: 143 lbs

Full name: John A. Flynn

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Biography

Jocko Flynn, born in 1864, was a notable pitcher who played in the late 19th century, a period characterized by the early development of professional baseball and the evolution of pitching styles. His career spanned from May 1, 1886, to May 23, 1887, during which he established himself as a formidable force on the mound. Flynn concluded his short but impactful career with a record of 23 wins and 6 losses, showcasing his effectiveness as a starter in an era when the game was rapidly transitioning from its early, unrefined roots. With an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.24, Flynn demonstrated exceptional skill in limiting opposing teams' scoring opportunities. He totaled 146 strikeouts and recorded 1 save, reflecting his ability to dominate hitters and contribute significantly to his team's success. Flynn's performance during this formative time in baseball history helped lay the groundwork for future generations of pitchers, marking him as a significant figure in the early years of the sport. Despite the brevity of his career, his achievements remain a testament to his talent and the competitive spirit of baseball during the 1880s.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
23 6 32 29 28 2 1 257.0 207 64 9 63 146 2.24 0

Career ERA 2.24 vs. league average 3.37 across their career seasons — 33.5% better than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year Team Lg W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER BB SO ERA Lg ERA Pitcher PIV
1886 CHC NL 23 6 32 29 28 2 1 257.0 207 64 63 146 2.24 3.37 (+34%) -

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
58 205 40 41 6 2 4 19 9 18 45 0.200 0.265 0.307 0.572 -324.2

Career AVG .200 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 22.7% below league average.

Career OBP .265 vs. league average .317 across their career seasons — 16.6% below league average.

Career SLG .307 vs. league average .353 across their career seasons — 13.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.572 vs. league average 0.670 across their career seasons — 14.7% 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
1886 CHC NL 57 205 40 41 6 2 4 19 9 18 45 0.200 .246 (-19%) .302 (-13%) .331 (-7%) .634 (-10%) -324.2
1887 CHC NL 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 29 0 15 2 3 0
P 32 0 19 57 7 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1886 CHN OF 28 0 15 2 2 0
1886 CHN P 32 0 19 57 7 1
1887 CHN OF 1 0 0 0 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 32
Left Field 5
Center Field 3
Right Field 21