Baker, Jesse "Tiny"

Michael Myron Silverman

Baker appeared at shortstop in one game for the Washington Senators in 1919 -- he was spiked by the great Ty Cobb at second base during the game.

Birth and Death Dates:
b. March 4, 1895 - d. July 29, 1976

Career Highlights:
Born Michael Myron Silverman, Baker's parents ran a clothing business in Cleveland. In 1919, he made his only major league appearance with Washington and had to leave the game after being spiked at second base by Hall of Famer Ty Cobb. Although Baker never came to bat in this game, he did have an assist; so he does have a perfect fielding average.

Although he never returned to the majors, Baker played baseball in the minors for a number of years. According to The Big Book of Jewish Baseball, Baker then moved to Los Angeles and was frequently seen at local racetracks and prizefights. He was friendly with celebrities, such as Damon Runyon, Walter Winchell, and the Marx Brothers.

Career Dates:
Baker played one game for the Washington Senators in 1919.

Position:
Shortstop

Physical description:
5'4", 140 pounds
Right-handed

Career Statistics:
Games: 1
Batting Avg.: .000
Slugging Avg.: .000

At-bats: 0
Hits: 0
Doubles: 0
Triples: 0

Home Runs: 0
Home Run %: 0
Runs: 0
RBI: 1

BB: 0
Strike Outs: 0
Stolen Bases: 0

Pinch Hitting
At-bats: 0
Hits: 0
Home runs: 0

Fielding Statistics
Put-outs: 0
Assists: 1
Errors: 0
Double-plays: 0

Total Chances per Game: 1.0
Fielding Avg: 1.000

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