Johnny Bero
Born: 12/22/1922 in Gary, WV, USA
Died: 5/11/1985 in Gardena, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1948-09-26 | Final Game: 1951-07-22
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: John George Bero
Biography
Johnny Bero was a professional baseball player born in 1922, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1948 to 1951. Primarily playing as a position player, Bero participated in 65 games throughout his career, where he accumulated 34 hits, including 5 home runs and 17 RBIs. His batting average stood at .201, and he also contributed with 1 stolen base. Bero's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to expand its horizons post-World War II, leading to increased integration and a shift towards a more competitive playing environment.
Though not a household name, Bero's contributions to his teams during his brief career reflected the grit and determination characteristic of many players of his era. He played in a time when the game was evolving, and while his statistics may not place him among baseball's greats, his role as a player during the late 1940s and early 1950s is a testament to the diverse talent pool of that period. Bero's legacy remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the passion and dedication that players brought to the diamond.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 169 | 26 | 34 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 27 | 31 | 0.201 | 0.311 | 0.320 | 0.631 | -207.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | DET | AL | 4 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1951 | SLA | AL | 61 | 160 | 24 | 34 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 26 | 30 | 0.212 | -207.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 3 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 55 | 0 | 91 | 137 | 11 | 30 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | DET | 2B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1951 | SLA | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1951 | SLA | SS | 55 | 0 | 91 | 137 | 11 | 30 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 3 |
| Shortstop | 55 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan University | Kalamazoo | MI | 1943 |