Jack Richardson

John William Richardson

• Bats Both, Throws Right
• Height 6' 3", Weight 197 lb.

• Debut September 17, 1915
• Final Game April 13, 1916
• Born October 3, 1891 in Central City, IL USA
• Died January 18, 1970 in Marion, IL USA

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Biographical Information

Jack Richardson came to the majors at age 22 for three games with the Philadelphia Athletics near the end of the 1915 season, putting up an ERA of 2.63. He came back for just one game the next season, pitching 2/3 of an inning.

He pitched at least five seasons in the minors, most notably going 19-14 for the 1915 Marshalltown Ansons.

Related Sites

• Find-A-Grave Memorial for Jack Richardson