Jeff Johnson
Born: 8/4/1966 in Durham, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-06-05 | Final Game: 1993-06-12
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: William Jeffrey Johnson
Biography
Jeff Johnson was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1966, who played in Major League Baseball from 1991 until 1993. Known for his formidable presence on the mound, Johnson's career spanned the early 1990s, a period characterized by offensive outbursts and the emergence of power hitters. He made his debut on June 5, 1991, and had a brief but impactful career that showcased both resilience and determination.
Over his tenure in the big leagues, Johnson compiled a win-loss record of 8-16 and posted an earned run average (ERA) of 6.52. He recorded a total of 76 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to miss bats despite the challenges he faced on the mound. While he did not register any saves during his career, his contributions to his teams were marked by his competitive spirit and dedication to the game. Johnson's time in MLB reflects the evolving landscape of baseball during the early '90s, as pitchers and hitters alike adapted to the changing dynamics of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 16 | 38 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 182.3 | 239 | 132 | 20 | 58 | 76 | 6.52 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | NYY | AL | 6 | 11 | 23 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 127.0 | 156 | 84 | 33 | 62 | 5.95 | - |
| 1992 | NYY | AL | 2 | 3 | 13 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 52.7 | 71 | 39 | 23 | 14 | 6.66 | - |
| 1993 | NYY | AL | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 30.38 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | NYY | AL | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | NYY | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | NYY | AL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 38 | 33 | 6 | 32 | 4 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | NYA | P | 23 | 23 | 4 | 24 | 3 | 3 |
| 1992 | NYA | P | 13 | 8 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | NYA | P | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 38 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | NYA | AL | $125,000 |
| 1992 | NYA | AL | $115,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $240,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | Charlotte | NC | 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 |