Larry Johnson
Born: 8/17/1950 in Cleveland, OH, USA
Died: 5/26/2013 in Tampa, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-10-03 | Final Game: 1978-05-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Larry Doby Johnson
Biography
Larry Johnson, born in 1950, was a professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball from 1972 to 1978. Primarily serving as a position player, Johnson’s career was relatively brief, spanning just 12 games. During his time in the league, he recorded 5 hits, resulting in a batting average of .192. He contributed 1 RBI to his teams but did not hit any home runs and did not steal any bases.
Johnson's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by the shifting dynamics of the game as teams began to emphasize power hitting and speed. Despite his limited time on the field, Johnson's experience reflects the challenges faced by many players of the era striving to make a lasting impact in a competitive environment. His journey through the major leagues serves as a reminder of the many athletes who pursued their dreams in the sport, even if their tenures were not extensively documented in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 26 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.192 | 0.250 | 0.269 | 0.519 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | CLE | AL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | CLE | AL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | WSN | NL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | WSN | NL | 6 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1978 | CHW | AL | 3 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 9 | 6 | 35 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | CLE | C | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | MON | C | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | MON | C | 5 | 4 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | CHA | C | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 9 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |