Jay Kirke Jr.
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Judson Fabian Kirke Jr.
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 0", Weight 180 lb.
- Born August 27, 1912
- Died September 14, 1994
[edit] Biographical Information
The son of major leaguer Jay Kirke, outfielder Jay Kirke Jr. played more than a dozen seasons in the minors between 1934 and 1950, and also was player-manager for several years.
[edit] Year-by-Year Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | Johnstown Johnnies | Pennsylvania State Association | 65-49 | 2nd | Brooklyn Dodgers | Lost in 1st round | |
| 1946 | Thomasville (NC) Dodgers | North Carolina State League | 3rd | Brooklyn Dodgers | Lost in 1st round | replaced John Carey | |
| 1947 | Johnstown Johnnies | Middle Atlantic League | 52-73 | 8th | Brooklyn Dodgers | ||
| 1948 | Idaho Falls Russets | Pioneer League | -- | Brooklyn Dodgers | -- | replaced by Lewis Garland July 21 | |
| 1950 | St. Hyacinthe Saints | Provincial League | 52-55 | 5th | none |
