Dan Johnson
Born: 8/10/1979 in Coon Rapids, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 2005-05-27 | Final Game: 2015-07-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Daniel Ryan Johnson
Biography
Dan Johnson, born in 1979, was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player from 2005 until his retirement in 2015. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 443 games across multiple Major League Baseball teams, accumulating 324 hits and 57 home runs. Johnson's offensive contributions included a total of 203 RBIs, and he finished his career with a batting average of .234. Known for his power-hitting ability, Johnson played a significant role during the transition period of baseball, where the game was increasingly influenced by analytics and the emphasis on home run production.
Johnson's career spanned a decade, during which he demonstrated resilience and versatility on the field. He was particularly noted for his clutch performances, including a memorable late-game home run that helped solidify his reputation as a player who could deliver in critical situations. Despite not being a superstar, Johnson's contributions were valued by his teammates and coaches, and he left a lasting impression in the dugouts he inhabited. His journey through the leagues reflects the experiences of many players who navigate the challenges of professional baseball, making him a notable figure in the sport's rich history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 443 | 1382 | 179 | 324 | 61 | 2 | 57 | 203 | 1 | 214 | 244 | 0.234 | 0.335 | 0.405 | 0.741 | -171.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | OAK | AL | 109 | 375 | 54 | 103 | 21 | 0 | 15 | 58 | 0 | 50 | 52 | 0.275 | 580.6 |
| 2006 | OAK | AL | 91 | 286 | 30 | 67 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 37 | 0 | 40 | 45 | 0.234 | -462.7 |
| 2007 | OAK | AL | 117 | 416 | 53 | 98 | 20 | 1 | 18 | 62 | 0 | 72 | 77 | 0.236 | 239.1 |
| 2008 | OAK | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | TBR | AL | 10 | 25 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | TBR | AL | 40 | 111 | 15 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 23 | 1 | 25 | 27 | 0.198 | 118.0 |
| 2011 | TBR | AL | 31 | 84 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 18 | 0.119 | -646.2 |
| 2012 | CHW | AL | 14 | 22 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 0.364 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | BAL | AL | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2014 | TOR | AL | 15 | 38 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 0.211 | 0.0 |
| 2015 | STL | NL | 12 | 19 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.158 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.222 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | ALDS1 | TBA | 5 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.222 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 343 | 316 | 2818 | 191 | 16 | 306 |
| 3B | 9 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | OAK | 1B | 101 | 98 | 897 | 57 | 6 | 94 |
| 2006 | OAK | 1B | 85 | 77 | 689 | 64 | 4 | 96 |
| 2007 | OAK | 1B | 97 | 96 | 869 | 40 | 4 | 80 |
| 2008 | TBA | 1B | 8 | 4 | 39 | 5 | 0 | 4 |
| 2008 | TBA | OF | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | TBA | 1B | 13 | 11 | 82 | 3 | 0 | 11 |
| 2010 | TBA | 3B | 6 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 | TBA | OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | TBA | 1B | 21 | 19 | 151 | 13 | 1 | 10 |
| 2011 | TBA | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | CHA | 1B | 3 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | BAL | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | TOR | 1B | 8 | 6 | 44 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 | SLN | 1B | 6 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 0 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 343 |
| Third Base | 9 |
| Left Field | 4 |
| Designated Hitter | 59 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | This Year in Baseball Moment of the Year | MLB.com GIBBY |
| 2007 | Player of the Week | Week of 2007-05-12 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | TBA | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2008 | OAK | AL | $410,000 |
| 2007 | OAK | AL | $390,000 |
| 2006 | OAK | AL | $330,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $2,130,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butler University | Indianapolis | IN | 1998 |
| Iowa Western Community College | Council Bluffs | IA | 1999 |
| University of Nebraska at Lincoln | Lincoln | NE | 2000, 2001 |