Jay Partridge

Born: 11/15/1902 in Mountville, GA, USA

Died: 1/14/1974 in Nashville, TN, USA

MLB Debut: 1927-04-12 | Final Game: 1928-07-21

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: James Bugg Partridge

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Biography

Jay Partridge was a professional baseball player born in 1902, who played in the Major Leagues from 1927 until 1928. Primarily known as a position player, Partridge appeared in 183 games during his brief career, showcasing his skills in an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented style of play. He finished his career with a batting average of .259, accumulating 167 hits, 7 home runs, and 52 RBIs. In addition to his offensive contributions, Partridge displayed a notable speed on the bases, with 11 stolen bases to his name. Though his career was relatively short, Partridge's impact on the field was significant during a time when baseball was evolving. He played in a league that was beginning to embrace a more dynamic approach to hitting and base running, and his contributions helped shape the game during this pivotal period. After retiring on July 21, 1928, Partridge left behind a legacy reflecting the spirit of early 20th-century baseball, characterized by grit and determination on the field.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
183	645	90	167	17	7	7	52	11	33	42	0.259	0.299	0.340	0.639	-1841.5

Career AVG .259 vs. league average .282 across their career seasons — 8.0% below league average.

Career OBP .299 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — 12.9% below league average.

Career SLG .340 vs. league average .394 across their career seasons — 13.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.639 vs. league average 0.737 across their career seasons — 13.4% 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
1927	BRO	NL	146	572	72	149	17	6	7	40	9	20	36	0.260	.282 (-8%)	.344 (-16%)	.392 (-11%)	.736 (-14%)	-1736.0
1928	BRO	NL	37	73	18	18	0	1	0	12	2	13	6	0.247	.280 (-12%)	.342 (+7%)	.395 (-31%)	.737 (-13%)	-105.5