John Freeman
Born: 1/24/1901 in Boston, MA, USA
Died: 4/14/1958 in Washington, DC, USA
MLB Debut: 1927-06-17 | Final Game: 1927-07-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: John Edward Freeman
Biography
John Freeman, born in 1901, had a brief career in Major League Baseball, playing as a position player for a short span in 1927. His career, which lasted from June 17 to July 4 of that year, included just four games, during which he did not record any hits, home runs, or runs batted in, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. Freeman's time in the major leagues was fleeting, reflecting the intense competition and the challenging landscape for players during the late 1920s, a period characterized by the emergence of power hitters and a more dynamic approach to the game.
Despite the lack of statistical accomplishments, Freeman's presence in the major leagues during this era is significant as it represents the challenges many players faced in securing and maintaining a position at the highest level of baseball. His brief stint serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to greatness in a sport that has long been a cornerstone of American culture.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | BOS | AL | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | BOS | OF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 1 |
| Center Field | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of the Holy Cross | Worcester | MA | 1924, 1925, 1926 |