Mark Johnson
Born: 9/12/1975 in Wheat Ridge, CO, USA
MLB Debut: 1998-09-14 | Final Game: 2008-09-27
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Mark Landon Johnson
Biography
Mark Johnson was a professional baseball player born in 1975, who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1998 to 2008. Over the course of his career, he featured in 332 games, accumulating a total of 204 hits, 16 home runs, and 83 runs batted in. With a batting average of .218 and 8 stolen bases, Johnson was known for his grit and perseverance on the field, even as he navigated a highly competitive era of baseball.
Johnson's career unfolded during a period characterized by notable statistical achievements and the increasing prevalence of power hitters. While he may not have reached the heights of his contemporaries in terms of offensive production, his contributions as a role player were significant for the teams he played for. His versatility and work ethic were emblematic of the dedication seen in players of his era, making him a respected figure in the clubhouse and among fans. Johnson retired on September 27, 2008, leaving behind a legacy defined by hard work and the indomitable spirit of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 332 | 934 | 115 | 204 | 37 | 4 | 16 | 83 | 8 | 124 | 197 | 0.218 | 0.314 | 0.318 | 0.632 | -2272.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | CHW | AL | 7 | 23 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.087 | 0.0 |
| 1999 | CHW | AL | 73 | 207 | 27 | 47 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 3 | 36 | 58 | 0.227 | -418.2 |
| 2000 | CHW | AL | 75 | 213 | 29 | 48 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 23 | 3 | 27 | 40 | 0.225 | -734.7 |
| 2001 | CHW | AL | 61 | 173 | 21 | 43 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 18 | 2 | 23 | 31 | 0.249 | -134.3 |
| 2002 | CHW | AL | 86 | 263 | 31 | 55 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 0 | 30 | 52 | 0.209 | -985.1 |
| 2003 | OAK | AL | 13 | 27 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 2004 | MIL | NL | 7 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | STL | NL | 10 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.294 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 327 | 295 | 1842 | 126 | 14 | 16 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | CHA | C | 7 | 5 | 36 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | CHA | C | 72 | 67 | 413 | 33 | 3 | 6 |
| 2000 | CHA | C | 74 | 69 | 466 | 27 | 4 | 4 |
| 2001 | CHA | C | 61 | 56 | 326 | 31 | 3 | 2 |
| 2002 | CHA | C | 85 | 80 | 484 | 27 | 3 | 3 |
| 2003 | OAK | C | 13 | 10 | 65 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | MIL | C | 5 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | SLN | C | 10 | 4 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 327 |
| Designated Hitter | 2 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | OAK | AL | $500,000 |
| 2002 | CHA | AL | $320,000 |
| 2000 | CHA | AL | $250,000 |
| 1999 | CHA | AL | $200,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,270,000 | ||