Jack Richardson

Born: 10/3/1892 in Central City, IL, USA

Died: 1/18/1970 in Marion, IL, USA

MLB Debut: 1915-09-17 | Final Game: 1916-04-13

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 197 lbs

Full name: John William Richardson

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Biography

Jack Richardson was a professional baseball player born in 1892, whose career spanned a brief period from 1915 to April 13, 1916. As a position player, he participated in four Major League games, showcasing his talents during an era that was beginning to transition from the deadball era to a more offensive style of play. Despite the challenges of establishing himself in the competitive landscape of early 20th-century baseball, Richardson’s time in the league remains a testament to the many players who aspired to make their mark during this formative period in the sport's history. Throughout his career, Richardson struggled to find success at the plate, finishing with a batting average of 0.0, having recorded no hits, home runs, or RBIs. His experience reflects the harsh realities faced by many players who, despite their potential or talent, were unable to break through in an era where the game was evolving rapidly. While his statistical contributions were minimal, Richardson’s journey in baseball serves as a reminder of the countless individuals who contributed to the rich tapestry of the sport, each with their own unique stories and aspirations.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
0	1	4	3	2	0	0	24.7	23	10	0	15	12	3.65	0

Career ERA 3.65 vs. league average 2.85 across their career seasons — 28.1% worse 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
1915	PHA	AL	0	1	3	3	2	0	0	24.0	21	7	14	11	2.62	2.90 (+9%)	-289.1
1916	PHA	AL	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0.7	2	3	1	1	40.50	—	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
4	8	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	6	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.000	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .250 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .000 vs. league average .317 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .330 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.000 vs. league average 0.647 across their career seasons — 100.0% 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
1915	PHA	AL	3	8	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	6	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
1916	PHA	AL	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	4	0	0	7	1	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1915	PHA	P	3	0	0	7	1	0
1916	PHA	P	1	0	0	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	4