Buck Jordan: Philadelphia Phillies Vintage Profile and Career Highlights
The page features Buck Jordan, whose full name is Baxter Beverly Jordan, highlighting his career and performance during the 1939 baseball season. This marked Jordan's fifteenth season in professional baseball, primarily with the Philadelphia Phillies, where he has become a significant player. The text indicates his batting capabilities, with Jordan finishing the season with a batting average of .300. It notes that he has consistently performed better at third base than first base, averaging a .975 fielding percentage in those roles. The narrative discusses his time in the Piedmont League and acknowledges his earlier association with the Reds, where he was coached by Jimmy Wilson, who recognized his potential and encouraged him to improve.