Jesse Haines Hall of Fame MLB

Jesse “Pop” Haines (July 22, 1893 – August 5, 1978) was a right-handed pitcher whose entire 19-year major-league career (1918–1937) was defined by grit, adaptability, and leadership. After debuting with the Cincinnati Reds, he became a mainstay of the St. Louis Cardinals from 1920 onward. A workhorse by nature, he logged over 3,200 innings, earned 210 wins, and boasted a solid 3.64 ERA.

Haines stood out for his knuckleball—gripped uniquely on his knuckles—and his competitive fire. He pitched a no-hitter on July 17, 1924, and anchored three Cardinals World Series championship teams (1926, 1931, 1934), winning two games in the 1926 Series. Known off the field for his kindness and mentorship, he earned the nickname “Pop” from younger teammates.

After retiring, he briefly coached and later worked in public service. Haines was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1970 by the Veterans Committee and later joined the Cardinals’ Hall of Fame.

Haines's Awards and Records

• 3× World Series champion (1926, 1931, 1934)
• Pitched a no-hitter on July 17, 1924
• Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame

MLB Records

• One of only a few pitchers to win two complete games in the same World Series (1926)
• Among the MLB leaders in career wins by a knuckleball pitcher (210)
• Ranked in MLB’s top 10 in innings pitched six times (1920s–1930s)

MLB Teams:

Cincinnati Reds (1918)
St. Louis Cardinals (1920–1937)