Jesse Houston

Born: 7/17/1909 in Montgomery, AL, USA

Died: 4/7/1968 in Cincinnati, OH, USA

Throws: R

Full name: Benjamin Jesse Houston

Biography

Jesse Houston, born in 1909, is an active professional baseball pitcher known for his impressive performance on the mound. With a career record of 20-12, Houston showcases his ability to secure victories for his team while maintaining a commendable earned run average (ERA) of 3.26. His striking capability is evidenced by his 165 strikeouts, highlighting his effectiveness in overpowering hitters. Additionally, he has contributed to his team's success with 2 saves, demonstrating his versatility and reliability in high-pressure situations. Houston's career unfolds in a dynamic era of baseball, where he continues to adapt to the evolving game while making a significant impact. As an active player, he embodies the spirit of resilience and determination, consistently honing his craft and supporting his team both as a starter and in relief. His ongoing contributions to the sport not only reflect his individual talent but also serve as an inspiration to aspiring pitchers navigating the competitive landscape of professional baseball today.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
20 12 48 35 22 1 2 282.0 275 102 10 93 165 3.26 0

Career ERA 3.26 vs. league average 4.23 across their career seasons — 23.0% better than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
69 147 18 34 3 2 0 9 0 9 1 0.231 0.276 0.279 0.555 -188.0

Career AVG .231 vs. league average .271 across their career seasons — 14.8% below league average.

Career OBP .276 vs. league average .340 across their career seasons — 18.9% below league average.

Career SLG .279 vs. league average .389 across their career seasons — 28.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.555 vs. league average 0.729 across their career seasons — 23.9% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 1 0 6 0 0 1
2B 4 2 7 9 1 0
3B 1 1 1 2 0 0
OF 4 2 4 0 0 0
P 48 35 14 85 3 0
SS 1 0 0 2 1 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 48
First Base 1
Second Base 4
Third Base 1
Shortstop 1
Left Field 1
Center Field 1
Right Field 2