Pinky Jorgensen

Born: 11/21/1914 in Laton, CA, USA

Died: 5/2/1996 in Santa Cruz, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1937-09-14 | Final Game: 1937-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Carl Jorgensen

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Biography

Pinky Jorgensen, born in 1914, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period in the Major Leagues from September 14 to September 30, 1937. Primarily positioned as a player, Jorgensen made a notable entry into the league, participating in six games during his short tenure. He finished his career with a respectable batting average of .286, recording four hits, one run batted in, and did not hit any home runs. Despite not being a prolific power hitter, Jorgensen's contributions on the field were marked by his ability to make solid contact, showcasing a skill set that kept him competitive during his limited appearances. Jorgensen's career unfolded in an era that was transitioning from the deadball era into a more offensively driven game. Although his time in the spotlight was fleeting, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the many players whose careers were defined by brief but impactful moments. With a total of 0 stolen bases, Jorgensen focused more on his batting capabilities than on base-running strategies. His legacy, though modest, is a reminder of the numerous players who contributed to the game in ways that often go underappreciated.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
6	14	1	4	0	0	0	1	0	1	2	0.286	0.333	0.286	0.619	0.0

Career AVG .286 vs. league average .277 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .333 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .286 vs. league average .398 across their career seasons — 28.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.619 vs. league average 0.741 across their career seasons — 16.4% 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
1937	CIN	NL	6	14	1	4	0	0	0	1	0	1	2	0.286	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	4	0	6	1	1	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1937	CIN	OF	4	0	6	1	1	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Left Field	4