Chet Johnson
Born: 8/1/1917 in Redmond, WA, USA
Died: 4/10/1983 in Seattle, WA, USA
MLB Debut: 1946-09-12 | Final Game: 1946-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Chester Lillis Johnson
Biography
Chet Johnson was a professional baseball player born in 1917, who played as a position player during a brief career in Major League Baseball that spanned from September 12 to September 29, 1946. His time in the league was notably short, appearing in only five games. Despite the limited opportunities, Johnson managed to record one run batted in, showcasing his ability to contribute to his team's efforts, even if his batting statistics reflected challenges, as he finished his career with a batting average of 0.0 and no hits or home runs.
Johnson's career unfolded in the post-World War II era, a time when Major League Baseball was experiencing a resurgence in popularity and a shift towards integrating players of diverse backgrounds. Although his playing time was limited, his presence in the league represented the ongoing evolution of the game during a pivotal moment in its history. His experiences in those few games are a reminder of the many players who aspired to reach the major leagues, contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 20 | 10 | 0 | 13 | 8 | 5.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | SLA | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.0 | 20 | 10 | 13 | 8 | 5.00 | -92.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | SLA | AL | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | SLA | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 5 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington | Seattle | WA | 1937, 1938, 1939 |