John Boozer
Born: 7/6/1938 in Columbia, SC, USA
Died: 1/24/1986 in Lexington, SC, USA
MLB Debut: 1962-07-22 | Final Game: 1969-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: John Morgan Boozer
Biography
John Boozer, born in 1938, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1962 to 1969. Known for his solid performance on the mound, Boozer finished his career with a record of 14-16 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.09. Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, he recorded a total of 282 strikeouts and secured 15 saves, contributing to his teams' efforts during a transformative era in the sport.
Boozer's playing style was characterized by his ability to generate strikeouts, showcasing his effectiveness in high-pressure situations. He played during a time when the game was evolving, as pitchers began to utilize a wider array of techniques and strategies to outsmart hitters. Despite not achieving overwhelming statistical success, Boozer's contributions on the mound and his resilience in the face of competition left a lasting impression on the teams he represented. His career remains a testament to the dedication and skill that define the role of a pitcher in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 16 | 171 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 15 | 394.3 | 414 | 179 | 42 | 139 | 282 | 4.09 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.3 | 22 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 5.75 | -396.5 |
| 1963 | PHI | NL | 3 | 4 | 26 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 83.0 | 67 | 27 | 33 | 69 | 2.93 | -652.6 |
| 1964 | PHI | NL | 3 | 4 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 60.3 | 64 | 34 | 18 | 51 | 5.07 | 578.6 |
| 1966 | PHI | NL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.3 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 6.75 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | PHI | NL | 5 | 4 | 28 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 74.7 | 86 | 34 | 24 | 48 | 4.10 | 1.9 |
| 1968 | PHI | NL | 2 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 68.7 | 76 | 28 | 15 | 49 | 3.67 | 1242.0 |
| 1969 | PHI | NL | 1 | 2 | 46 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 82.0 | 91 | 39 | 36 | 47 | 4.28 | -2019.8 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 172 | 74 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 24 | 0.162 | 0.184 | 0.162 | 0.346 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | PHI | NL | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1963 | PHI | NL | 26 | 21 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | PHI | NL | 23 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | PHI | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | PHI | NL | 28 | 19 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
| 1968 | PHI | NL | 38 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | PHI | NL | 46 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 171 | 22 | 16 | 59 | 2 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | PHI | P | 9 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1963 | PHI | P | 26 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1964 | PHI | P | 22 | 3 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 1966 | PHI | P | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | PHI | P | 28 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 1 |
| 1968 | PHI | P | 38 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | PHI | P | 46 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 171 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wofford College | Spartanburg | SC | 1957, 1958 |