Tom Jordan (baseball) facts for kids

Thomas Jefferson Jordan (born September 5, 1919 – died August 26, 2019) was an American professional baseball player. He played as a catcher. Tom Jordan appeared in 39 games in Major League Baseball. He played for three different teams over three seasons. These teams were the Chicago White Sox, the Cleveland Indians, and the St. Louis Browns.

Tom Jordan: A Baseball Player

Tom Jordan was born in Lawton, Oklahoma, in 1919. He grew up to become a professional baseball player. He played the position of catcher. This means he was the player who squats behind home plate. He would catch pitches thrown by the pitcher.

Playing in the Major Leagues

Tom Jordan played in the big leagues for a few years. His first game in Major League Baseball was on September 4, 1944. He started his career with the Chicago White Sox. He also played for them again in 1946.

In 1946, he also joined the Cleveland Indians. His last season in Major League Baseball was in 1948. He played for the St. Louis Browns that year. Over his career, he played in 39 major league games.

A Long Life

Tom Jordan lived a very long life. He passed away at his home in Roswell, New Mexico. He was 99 years old when he died on August 26, 2019. His death was due to problems related to a heart attack.

Baseball Stats

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