Micah Johnson
Born: 12/18/1990 in Indianapolis, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 2015-04-06 | Final Game: 2017-10-01
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 210 lbs
Full name: Micah Drew Johnson
Biography
Micah Johnson was a professional baseball player born in 1990, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2015 to 2017. Known for his speed and versatility on the field, Johnson made a mark in the game during a time when athleticism was highly valued, particularly for players who could influence the game with their base running. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 61 games, where he recorded 26 hits and accumulated a .224 batting average. Although he did not hit any home runs, he contributed 4 RBIs and showcased his speed with 4 stolen bases.
Johnson's career unfolded during a transitional period for baseball, where the emphasis on analytics began to reshape player evaluation and team strategy. While his overall numbers may not reflect a long-lasting impact in the league, his ability to steal bases and his presence on the field underscored the importance of speed in the game. After his playing days ended in October 2017, Johnson left behind a legacy as a player who embodied the spirit of determination and adaptability in a rapidly evolving sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | 116 | 13 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 35 | 0.224 | 0.291 | 0.259 | 0.550 | -299.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | CHW | AL | 36 | 100 | 10 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 30 | 0.230 | -299.2 |
| 2016 | LAD | NL | 7 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 2017 | ATL | NL | 18 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 36 | 32 | 60 | 76 | 3 | 14 |
| OF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | CHA | 2B | 33 | 32 | 58 | 76 | 3 | 14 |
| 2016 | LAN | 2B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | LAN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | ATL | OF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 36 |
| Left Field | 4 |