Jack Shepard

Born: 5/13/1931 in Clovis, CA, USA

Died: 12/31/1994 in Atherton, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1953-06-19 | Final Game: 1956-09-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Jack Leroy Shepard

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Biography

Jack Shepard was a professional baseball player born in 1931, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1953 until his retirement on September 30, 1956. Primarily known as a position player, Shepard participated in 278 games during his career, showcasing his skills as an adaptable athlete. He accumulated 195 hits, contributing significantly to his teams' offensive efforts with a batting average of .260. Over the course of his tenure, he recorded 12 home runs and drove in 75 runs, reflecting a solid ability to support his teammates in scoring situations. Shepard's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to see the integration of players and shifts in playing styles. While he may not have achieved the same level of recognition as some of his contemporaries, his contributions on the field were noteworthy, particularly for teams needing a reliable presence in their lineup. With two stolen bases to his name, Shepard illustrated a willingness to take risks on the base paths, complementing his overall offensive capabilities. His legacy, while perhaps understated, remains a testament to the dedicated players of his era who helped shape the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
278	751	72	195	29	6	12	75	2	84	97	0.260	0.331	0.362	0.694	-578.7

Career AVG .260 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .331 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .362 vs. league average .395 across their career seasons — 8.2% below league average.

Career OPS 0.694 vs. league average 0.728 across their career seasons — near 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
1953	PIT	NL	2	4	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	0.250	—	—	—	—	0.0
1954	PIT	NL	82	227	24	69	8	2	3	22	0	26	33	0.304	.261 (+16%)	.333 (+11%)	.390 (+2%)	.723 (+6%)	280.6
1955	PIT	NL	94	264	24	63	10	2	2	23	1	33	25	0.239	.258 (-8%)	.332 (-3%)	.393 (-20%)	.726 (-12%)	-580.8
1956	PIT	NL	100	256	24	62	11	2	7	30	1	25	37	0.242	.258 (-6%)	.331 (-7%)	.397 (-4%)	.728 (-5%)	-278.5