Hughie Jennings

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Hughie Jennings

Inducted:
1945

Hughie Jennings MLB Hall of Fame

Personal Details

5-8, 165lb (173cm, 74kg)

Born:
April 2, 1869
Pittston, Pennsylvania, U.S..

Died:
February 1, 1928
Scranton, Pennsylvania, U.S.

Position:
Shortstop
First baseman
Manager

College:
Cornell University

Hughie Jennings was a dynamic and energetic figure in early Major League Baseball, known for his playing grit and managerial excellence.

Born in 1869, Jennings played shortstop primarily for the Baltimore Orioles of the 1890s, one of the most dominant teams of the era.

He was a standout during their championship run, known for his defense, base running, and ability to get on base.

After his playing days, Jennings managed the Detroit Tigers, leading them to three consecutive AL pennants (1907–1909). His fiery "Ee-Yah!" shout from the dugout became legendary.

A key figure in the Deadball Era, Jennings was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1945 for his leadership and lasting influence on the game.

Jennings's Awards and Records

    • 2× World Series champion (1921, 1922)
    • Name honored by the Tigers
    • Baseball Hall of Fame Inductee: 1945
    • MLB Record: Most career hit-by-pitches (287)
    • National League Batting Average Leader: 1896 (.401)
    • 3× AL Champion as Manager (1907–1909)
    • Played for 3 NL Champion Baltimore Orioles teams (1894–1896)
    • Known for his trademark dugout yell: “Ee-Yah!”

    MLB Teams:

    Louisville Colonels (1891–1893)
    Baltimore Orioles (1893–1899)
    Brooklyn Superbas (1899–1900)
    Philadelphia Phillies (1901–1902)
    Brooklyn Superbas (1903)
    Detroit Tigers (1907, 1909–1910, 1912, 1918)

    MLB Stats

    Seasons Played:
    18 (1891–1918)
    Games Played:
    1,285
    Hits:
    1,526
    Batting Average:
    .311
    Home Runs:
    18
    RBIs:
    840
    Runs Scored:
    993
    Stolen Bases:
    359
    On-Base Percentage:
    .391
    Hit By Pitches:
    287