Jack Ogden

John Mahlon Ogden (November 5, 1897 – November 9, 1977) was an American Major League Baseball pitcher. He played five seasons in the majors, between 1918 and 1932, for the Cincinnati Reds, New York Giants, and St. Louis Browns. He played several seasons with the then minor league Baltimore Orioles, became a baseball executive and a scout after his retirement and is a member of the International League Hall of Fame.

This article is about the baseball player. For the rugby league footballer who played in the 1940s, and 1950s, see Jack Ogden (rugby league). For the British historian, see Jack Ogden (jewellery historian).
Jack Ogden
Jack Ogden 1933 Goudey baseball card
Pitcher
Born: (1897-11-05)November 5, 1897
Ogden, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Died: November 9, 1977(1977-11-09) (aged 80)
Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
MLB debut
June 22, 1918, for the New York Giants
Last MLB appearance
September 9, 1932, for the Cincinnati Reds
MLB statistics
Win–loss record25–34
Strikeouts144
Earned run average4.24
Teams
  • New York Giants (1918)
  • St. Louis Browns (1928–1929)
  • Cincinnati Reds (1931–1932)
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