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Jamieson was a late bloomer. He had been in the majors for four years before Cleveland manager Tris Speaker was able to talk Connie Mack into including him to an already unbalanced trade. From 1920 to 1931 Charlie owned left field at League Park.
He started his professional career as a pitcher and took the mound in five of his major league seasons. By the time he reached Cleveland he was clearly a superbly athletic outfielder and a swift, hard-hitting leadoff man. He had nine full seasons batting over .300 including .359 in 1924. In 1923 he had a 23 game hitting streak and led the American League with 222 hits and 644 at bats. Defensively he made spectacular diving catches and powerful, accurate throws.
Jamieson was a frequent MVP candidate though never a winner.
Sources
- The Ballplayers.
- 1993 baseball card.
