Johnny Berger
Born: 8/27/1901 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 5/7/1979 in Lake Charles, LA, USA
MLB Debut: 1922-04-20 | Final Game: 1927-09-06
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: John Henne Berger
Biography
Johnny Berger, born in 1901, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1922 to 1927. Primarily a position player, Berger made a brief but notable impact in Major League Baseball, participating in 11 games during his time in the league. He concluded his career with a batting average of .312, showcasing a solid performance at the plate with 5 hits and 1 run batted in. His ability to contribute offensively was highlighted by his lone stolen base, reflecting a speed element to his game that was appreciated during the era.
Despite the limited number of games in which he played, Berger's .312 batting average positioned him well among his contemporaries, underscoring his potential as a capable hitter in the competitive landscape of early 20th-century baseball. While his career did not reach the heights of many of his peers, Berger's contributions during his playing years remain a testament to the varied talents that enriched the game during the 1920s. His story reflects the experiences of many players of the time who struggled to find a lasting place in the major leagues.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 16 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0.312 | 0.389 | 0.312 | 0.701 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | PHA | AL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 1927 | WSN | AL | 9 | 15 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 11 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | PHA | C | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1927 | WS1 | C | 9 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 11 |