Jonah Goldman

Born: 8/29/1906 in New York, NY, USA

Died: 8/17/1980 in Palm Beach, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1928-09-22 | Final Game: 1931-06-29

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Jonah John Goldman

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Biography

Jonah Goldman, born in 1906, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player during the late 1920s and early 1930s. His career spanned from 1928 to June 29, 1931, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded play that characterized the following decades. Over the course of his career, Goldman appeared in 148 games, where he recorded 87 hits, including one home run, and drove in 49 runs. His batting average stood at .224, and he also showcased some speed on the bases with four stolen bases. Goldman's playing style exemplified the gritty determination typical of his era, as he contributed to his teams not only through his batting but also with his overall presence on the field. While he may not have been a standout player statistically, his participation during a pivotal time in baseball history reflects the broader narrative of the sport's evolution. After retiring in 1931, Goldman left behind a legacy as a player who navigated the competitive landscape of early 20th-century baseball, an era that laid the groundwork for future generations of athletes.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
148	389	33	87	20	0	1	49	4	35	31	0.224	0.293	0.283	0.576	-1848.1

Career AVG .224 vs. league average .284 across their career seasons — 21.2% below league average.

Career OBP .293 vs. league average .345 across their career seasons — 15.2% below league average.

Career SLG .283 vs. league average .405 across their career seasons — 30.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.576 vs. league average 0.750 across their career seasons — 23.3% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1928	CLE	AL	7	21	1	5	1	0	2	0	3	0	0.238	—	—	—	—	0.0
1930	CLE	AL	111	306	32	74	18	1	44	3	28	25	0.242	.293 (-18%)	.354 (-12%)	.429 (-28%)	.784 (-21%)	-1270.7
1931	CLE	AL	30	62	0	8	1	0	3	1	4	6	0.129	.276 (-53%)	.338 (-46%)	.388 (-63%)	.726 (-55%)	-577.4