Johnnie Heving
Born: 4/29/1896 in Covington, KY, USA
Died: 12/24/1968 in Salisbury, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1920-09-24 | Final Game: 1932-09-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: John Aloysius Heving
Biography
Johnnie Heving was a professional baseball player born in 1896, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1920 until his retirement in 1932. Primarily serving as a position player, Heving played in a total of 399 games throughout his career. He was known for his solid batting skills, finishing with a career batting average of .265, which reflected his ability to contribute effectively at the plate during an era that emphasized both offensive and defensive prowess.
Over the course of his career, Heving recorded 261 hits, including 1 home run, and drove in 90 runs. His performance on the bases included 4 stolen bases, showcasing his speed and agility, traits that were critical for players of his era. While Heving may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, he played a significant role in his teams and left a lasting impact during a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven approach in baseball. His contributions to the game are remembered as part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 399 | 985 | 103 | 261 | 37 | 12 | 1 | 90 | 4 | 65 | 59 | 0.265 | 0.312 | 0.330 | 0.642 | -2817.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | SLA | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1924 | BOS | AL | 45 | 109 | 15 | 31 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 10 | 7 | 0.284 | -116.0 |
| 1925 | BOS | AL | 45 | 119 | 14 | 20 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 0.168 | -842.5 |
| 1928 | BOS | AL | 82 | 158 | 11 | 41 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 11 | 10 | 0.259 | -429.2 |
| 1929 | BOS | AL | 76 | 188 | 26 | 60 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 23 | 1 | 8 | 7 | 0.319 | -196.6 |
| 1930 | BOS | AL | 75 | 220 | 15 | 61 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 11 | 14 | 0.277 | -823.8 |
| 1931 | PHA | AL | 42 | 113 | 8 | 27 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 0.239 | -358.4 |
| 1932 | PHA | AL | 33 | 77 | 14 | 21 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0.273 | -51.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | WS | PHA | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 319 | 0 | 975 | 184 | 23 | 17 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | BOS | C | 29 | 0 | 93 | 33 | 4 | 1 |
| 1925 | BOS | C | 34 | 0 | 103 | 35 | 6 | 1 |
| 1928 | BOS | C | 62 | 0 | 153 | 25 | 6 | 2 |
| 1929 | BOS | C | 55 | 0 | 207 | 40 | 3 | 4 |
| 1930 | BOS | C | 71 | 0 | 195 | 35 | 3 | 7 |
| 1931 | PHA | C | 40 | 0 | 139 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| 1932 | PHA | C | 28 | 0 | 85 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 319 |