John Godar
Born: 10/25/1864 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
Died: 6/23/1949 in Park Ridge, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1892-07-08 | Final Game: 1892-07-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: John Michael Godar
Biography
John Godar, born in 1864, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during the early 1890s. His career in Major League Baseball spanned a brief period from July 8, 1892, to July 11, 1892, during which he participated in five games. In those contests, Godar recorded three hits, contributing to a batting average of .214, and he drove in one run while also showcasing his speed on the bases with one stolen base.
Though his time in the majors was limited, Godar's presence on the field came during a transformative era in baseball history, characterized by the game's evolution and the growing popularity of organized leagues. While he may not have left a lasting statistical legacy, his participation in the sport during its formative years is a testament to the multitude of players who contributed to the development of baseball as America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.214 | 0.353 | 0.214 | 0.567 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | BLN | NL | 5 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | BLN | OF | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Right Field | 5 |