Jack Hayden

Born: 10/21/1880 in Bryn Mawr, PA, USA

Died: 8/3/1942 in Haverford, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1901-04-26 | Final Game: 1908-09-26

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: John Francis Hayden

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Biography

Jack Hayden was an American professional baseball player born in 1880, whose career spanned from 1901 to 1908. Primarily serving as a position player, Hayden participated in 147 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded a total of 145 hits, achieving a batting average of .251, which reflected the offensive standards of the early 20th century—a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more dynamic offensive game. Hayden's contributions to his teams included 33 runs batted in and 11 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to not only hit but also to contribute to his team's speed on the basepaths. He hit one home run during his career, underscoring the power dynamics of the era. While not a superstar, Hayden played a role in the evolving landscape of baseball during a period that saw significant changes in player talent and strategy, making him a notable figure in the early history of the sport. He retired from professional baseball on September 26, 1908, leaving behind a legacy as a reliable player of his time.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
147	578	60	145	14	8	1	33	11	36	53	0.251	0.298	0.308	0.606	-430.4

Career AVG .251 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .298 vs. league average .310 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .308 vs. league average .326 across their career seasons — 5.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.606 vs. league average 0.637 across their career seasons — near 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
1901	PHA	AL	51	211	35	56	6	4	0	17	4	18	16	0.265	.271 (-2%)	.326 (-1%)	.359 (-8%)	.686 (-5%)	-153.3
1906	BOS	AL	85	322	22	80	6	4	1	14	6	17	32	0.248	.247 (avg)	.307 (-5%)	.315 (-4%)	.622 (-5%)	-277.1
1908	CHC	NL	11	45	3	9	2	0	0	2	1	1	5	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0