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American baseball player (died 1934)

Baseball player

Jumbo McGinnis
McGinnis erroneously depicted on an 1887 baseball card as a catcher
Pitcher
Born: Date unknown Place uncertain (likely Alton, Illinois, U.S.)
Died: May 18, 1934 St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.
Batted: UnknownThrew: Unknown
MLB debut
May 2, 1882, for the St. Louis Brown Stockings
Last MLB appearance
June 10, 1887, for the Cincinnati Red Stockings
MLB statistics
Win–loss record	102–79
Earned run average	2.95
Strikeouts	562
Stats at Baseball Reference

Teams
St. Louis Brown Stockings/Browns (1882–1886) Baltimore Orioles (1886) Cincinnati Red Stockings (1887)

George Washington McGinnis (c. 1850s – May 18, 1934) was an American pitcher whose Major League Baseball career spanned from 1882 to 1887. Nicknamed "Jumbo" for his heavy, robust frame, McGinnis is considered the first ace of the storied franchise that would later become known as the St. Louis Cardinals.

Birthdate

McGinnis's actual birthdate is unknown and has been the subject of some debate and speculation by baseball historians. Records are inconsistent, and different sources list it as February 22, 1854, sometime in 1856, 1858 (according to his gravestone), or as late as February 22, 1864 (found on his death certificate)— although the latter date is unlikely, since it would mean that he made his pitching debut in the American Association at the age of 18.

Career

McGinnis started his professional baseball career with the St. Louis Brown Stockings (or Browns) of the American Association and was one of their top pitchers. From 1882 to 1884, he pitched over 300 innings and won over 20 games each year. After the team acquired Bob Caruthers and Dave Foutz, however, McGinnis' role on the Browns' pitching staff was greatly reduced. He later played for the Baltimore Orioles and Cincinnati Red Stockings. After his retirement, he also occasionally worked as an umpire in the Major Leagues. His achievements as a pitcher include leading the circuit in shutouts (with 6) in 1883.

Outside of baseball, McGinnis worked as a glassblower. He died of stomach cancer in St. Louis, Missouri in 1934.

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Career statistics from Baseball Reference, or Baseball Reference (Minors)

v t e St. Louis Browns 1885 American Association champions
Sam Barkley Doc Bushong Bob Caruthers Charles Comiskey Bill Gleason Dave Foutz Arlie Latham Jumbo McGinnis Hugh Nicol Tip O'Neill Yank Robinson Curt Welch
Manager: Charles Comiskey

v t e St. Louis Browns 1886 American Association champions
Doc Bushong Bob Caruthers Charles Comiskey Bill Gleason Nat Hudson Dave Foutz Rudy Kemmler Arlie Latham Jumbo McGinnis Hugh Nicol Tip O'Neill Yank Robinson Curt Welch
Manager: Charles Comiskey

v t e St. Louis Cardinals Opening Day starting pitchers
Grover Cleveland Alexander Joaquín Andújar Johnny Beazley Andy Benes Harry Brecheen Ernie Broglio Chris Carpenter Bob Caruthers Mort Cooper Clarence Currie Curt Davis Dizzy Dean José DeLeón John Denny Murry Dickson Bill Doak Red Donahue Jack Flaherty Bob Forsch Dave Foutz Art Fromme Bob Gibson Kid Gleason Dan Griner Harvey Haddix Jesse Haines Bob Harmon Pink Hawley Ken Hill Larry Jackson Darryl Kile Silver King Max Lanier Dave LaPoint Brooks Lawrence Kyle Lohse Johnny Lush Joe Magrane Carlos Martínez Matt Morris Jakie May Chappie McFarland Jumbo McGinnis Lynn McGlothen Lee Meadows Miles Mikolas Wilmer Mizell Tip O'Neill Donovan Osborne Jeff Pfeffer Tom Poholsky Howie Pollet Jack Powell Toad Ramsey Flint Rhem Slim Sallee Bill Sherdel Curt Simmons Bryn Smith Gerry Staley Jack Stivetts Todd Stottlemyre Johnny Stuart Jack B. Taylor Jack W. Taylor Bob Tewksbury John Tudor Pete Vuckovich Adam Wainwright Lon Warneke Herm Wehmeier Bob Weiland Ted Wilks Vic Willis Stan Yerkes Cy Young

St. Louis Cardinals Opening Day starting pitchers

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