Negro League player stats include league games, interleague games (against major Negro League competition), and games against select top-level independent Black Baseball teams. Player stats do not include the extensive amount of exhibitions and barnstorming games Negro League teams often played. Negro League data is not complete. Research is still ongoing and we’ll continue to publish updates as more information becomes available. More about data coverage
Player Value--Batting
- WAR Explained (v2.2): 8+ MVP, 5+ A-S, 2+ Starter, 0-2 Sub, < 0 Repl
Advanced Batting
Sabermetric Batting
Postseason Batting
All-Star Batting
Ratio Batting *
Cumulative Batting
Neutralized Batting
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Appearances on Leaderboards, Awards, and Honors
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gentry Jessup born?
Gentry Jessup was born on July 11, 1914.
Where was Gentry Jessup born?
Gentry Jessup was born in Westfield, NC.
How tall was Gentry Jessup?
Gentry Jessup was 6-2 (188 cm) tall.
How much did Gentry Jessup weigh when playing?
Gentry Jessup weighed 180 lbs (81 kg) when playing.
How many seasons did Gentry Jessup play?
Gentry Jessup played 9 seasons.
Is Gentry Jessup in the Hall of Fame?
Gentry Jessup has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.
What position did Gentry Jessup play?
Gentry Jessup was a Pitcher.
How many strikeouts did Gentry Jessup have?
Gentry Jessup had 239 strikeouts over his career.
How many teams has Gentry Jessup played for?
Gentry Jessup played for 2 teams; the Birmingham Black Barons and Chicago American Giants.
How many World Series has Gentry Jessup won?
Gentry Jessup never won a World Series.
When did Gentry Jessup retire?
Gentry Jessup last played in 1948.
Standard Batting