Joseph Jefferson Jackson (Shoeless Joe)

Position: Outfielder
Bats: Left, Throws: Right
Height: 6' 1", Weight: 200 lb.

Born: July 16, 1887 in Pickens County, SC (All Transactions)
Debut: August 25, 1908 (Age 21)
Teams (by GP): WhiteSox/Naps/Indians/Athletics 1908-1920

Final Game: September 27, 1920 (Age 33)   vs. DET 3 AB, 1 H, 0 HR, 1 RBI, 0 SB
Died: December 5, 1951 in Greenville, SC
Buried: Woodlawn Memorial Park, Greenville, SC
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