Negro League player stats include league games, interleague games (against major Negro League competition), and games against select top-level independent Black Baseball teams. Player stats do not include the extensive amount of exhibitions and barnstorming games Negro League teams often played. Negro League data is not complete. Research is still ongoing and we’ll continue to publish updates as more information becomes available. More about data coverage
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Appearances on Leaderboards, Awards, and Honors
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sam Jethroe born?
Sam Jethroe was born on January 23, 1917.
Where was Sam Jethroe born?
Sam Jethroe was born in Lowndes County, MS.
How tall was Sam Jethroe?
Sam Jethroe was 6-1 (185 cm) tall.
How much did Sam Jethroe weigh when playing?
Sam Jethroe weighed 178 lbs (80 kg) when playing.
How many seasons did Sam Jethroe play?
Sam Jethroe played 12 seasons.
Is Sam Jethroe in the Hall of Fame?
Sam Jethroe has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.
What position did Sam Jethroe play?
Sam Jethroe was a Centerfielder.
How many hits did Sam Jethroe have?
Sam Jethroe had 658 hits over his career.
How many home runs did Sam Jethroe have?
Sam Jethroe had 58 home runs over his career.
What was Sam Jethroe's average?
Sam Jethroe had a .275 average over his career.
How many teams has Sam Jethroe played for?
Sam Jethroe played for 5 teams; the Indianapolis ABCs, Cincinnati-Cleveland Buckeyes, Cleveland Buckeyes, Boston Braves and Pittsburgh Pirates.
How many World Series has Sam Jethroe won?
Sam Jethroe won 1 World Series.
When did Sam Jethroe retire?
Sam Jethroe last played in 1954.
What are Sam Jethroe's nicknames?
Jet is a nickname for Sam Jethroe.
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