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Larnie Jordan Notable

b. April 23, 1914 · Philadelphia Stars 1940–1941, New York Black Yankees 1942

Larnie Jordan divided three seasons between two clubs as a shortstop: the Philadelphia Stars from 1940, then the New York Black Yankees through 1942.

Across 87 games he batted .305, with 97 hits and 58 runs. He finished with 2 home runs, 19 doubles and 6 stolen bases.

He played 66 games at shortstop, with 179 assists and 22 errors. He turned 28 double plays.

He was born in Valdosta, GA, USA on April 23, 1914, and died on February 8, 1987. He batted right-handed and threw right-handed.

Batting, season by season

YearTeam GABR H2B3B HRRBIBB SOSBAVG
1940 PS 421683353 1162 29824 .315
1941 PS 351212032 720 8402 .264
1942 NBY 1029512 120 4000 .414
Career 873185897 19102 411226 .305

On this day & linked events

1914

Born April 23, 1914

Valdosta, GA, USA

1987

Died February 8, 1987