John Henry Johnson
Born: 8/21/1956 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1978-04-10 | Final Game: 1987-06-29
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Biography
John Henry Johnson was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1978 until 1987. Born in 1956, Johnson established himself as a reliable arm during his career, which spanned nearly a decade. He finished with a win-loss record of 26-33 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.9, showcasing his ability to keep games competitive. Over the course of his career, he recorded 407 strikeouts and tallied 9 saves, contributing both as a starter and a reliever.
Johnson's playing style was characterized by a blend of power and finesse, allowing him to navigate through lineups in an era that witnessed significant offensive output. Pitchers of his time faced a variety of challenges, from the evolving strategies of the game to the increasing emphasis on power hitting. Despite these challenges, Johnson's consistency and competitive spirit left a mark in the hearts of fans and teammates alike. His contributions to the teams he played for during the late 1970s and 1980s highlighted the importance of versatility on the mound during a transformative period in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 33 | 214 | 61 | 9 | 2 | 9 | 602.7 | 585 | 261 | 60 | 250 | 407 | 3.90 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | OAK | AL | 11 | 10 | 33 | 30 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 186.0 | 164 | 70 | 82 | 91 | 3.39 | -2414.1 |
| 1979 | OAK | AL | 2 | 8 | 14 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 84.7 | 89 | 41 | 36 | 50 | 4.36 | -1843.7 |
| 1979 | TEX | AL | 2 | 6 | 17 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 82.3 | 79 | 45 | 36 | 46 | 4.92 | -1791.0 |
| 1980 | TEX | AL | 2 | 2 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 38.7 | 27 | 10 | 15 | 44 | 2.33 | 1414.3 |
| 1981 | TEX | AL | 3 | 1 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 23.7 | 19 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 2.66 | -194.2 |
| 1983 | BOS | AL | 3 | 2 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 53.3 | 58 | 22 | 20 | 51 | 3.71 | 1506.1 |
| 1984 | BOS | AL | 1 | 2 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 63.7 | 64 | 25 | 27 | 57 | 3.53 | 212.5 |
| 1986 | ATL | AL | 2 | 1 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 44.0 | 43 | 13 | 10 | 42 | 2.66 | - |
| 1987 | ATL | AL | 0 | 1 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26.3 | 42 | 28 | 18 | 18 | 9.57 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 215 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | OAK | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | OAK | AL | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | TEX | AL | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | TEX | AL | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | TEX | AL | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | BOS | AL | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | BOS | AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | ATL | AL | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | ATL | AL | 10 | 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 | 214 | 61 | 18 | 67 | 6 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | OAK | P | 33 | 30 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 0 |
| 1979 | OAK | P | 14 | 13 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 1979 | TEX | P | 17 | 12 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 1980 | TEX | P | 33 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | TEX | P | 24 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | BOS | P | 34 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 1984 | BOS | P | 30 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | ML4 | P | 19 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | ML4 | P | 10 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 214 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | ML4 | AL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $60,000 | ||