Sonny Boy Jeffries

Born: 8/5/1914 in Rochester, NY, USA

Died: 4/17/1995 in Rochester, NY, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 154 lbs

Full name: Nathaniel Jeffries

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Biography

Sonny Boy Jeffries, born in 1914, is an active pitcher known for his consistent performance on the mound. With a career record of 2-1 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.57, Jeffries showcases his ability to manage games effectively, balancing competitive play with strategic pitching. His current strikeout total stands at 6, reflecting his capacity to challenge hitters and contribute to his team's defensive efforts. While he has yet to record a save, his ongoing contributions as a pitcher highlight his role in the evolving landscape of baseball. As a player in the modern era, Jeffries navigates a highly competitive environment characterized by advanced analytics and an emphasis on pitcher specialization. His career reflects the dedication and resilience required to succeed in professional baseball today. As he continues to develop his skills and adapt to the changing dynamics of the game, Jeffries remains a valuable asset to his team and a player to watch in the coming seasons.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
2	1	6	2	1	1	0	22.7	24	9	1	8	6	3.57	0

Career ERA 3.57 vs. league average 4.16 across their career seasons — 14.1% 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
1940	HG	NN2	2	1	4	1	1	1	0	17.3	20	7	5	5	3.63	4.21 (+14%)	400.8
1948	NBY	NN2	0	0	2	1	0	0	0	5.3	4	2	3	1	3.38	—	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
6	6	1	4	0	0	0	2	0	2	0	0.667	0.750	0.667	1.417	0.0

Career AVG .667 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — +151.2% above league average.

Career OBP .750 vs. league average .338 across their career seasons — +122.1% above league average.

Career SLG .667 vs. league average .384 across their career seasons — +73.8% above league average.

Career OPS 1.417 vs. league average 0.721 across their career seasons — +96.4% above 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
1940	HG	NN2	4	6	1	4	0	0	0	2	0	1	0	0.667	—	—	—	—	0.0
1948	NBY	NN2	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	6	2	0	5	2	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1940	HG	P	4	1	0	5	0	0
1948	NBY	P	2	1	0	0	2	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	6