Rob Johnson
Born: 7/22/1982 in Anaconda, MT, USA
MLB Debut: 2007-09-04 | Final Game: 2013-09-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Robert James Johnson
Biography
Rob Johnson, born in 1982, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2007 to 2013. Primarily serving as a position player, Johnson played a total of 265 games throughout his career. He achieved 147 hits, contributing 8 home runs and driving in 64 runs batted in, while maintaining a batting average of .200. Known for his versatility on the field, Johnson also showcased his speed with 6 stolen bases.
During his time in the league, Johnson played in an era characterized by a blend of traditional baseball elements and the evolving dynamics of the game. Though he may not have been a star player, his contributions were significant in supporting his teams and providing depth to the roster. His career spanned a transformative period in baseball, marked by an increasing emphasis on analytics and player performance metrics, which shaped the way teams approached the game. Following his retirement, Johnson's journey in baseball remained a testament to the hard work and dedication required to succeed at the highest levels of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 265 | 736 | 62 | 147 | 38 | 4 | 8 | 64 | 6 | 72 | 186 | 0.200 | 0.275 | 0.295 | 0.570 | -2485.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | SEA | AL | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | SEA | AL | 14 | 31 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.129 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | SEA | AL | 80 | 258 | 21 | 55 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 27 | 1 | 26 | 60 | 0.213 | -898.8 |
| 2010 | SEA | AL | 61 | 178 | 24 | 34 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 25 | 46 | 0.191 | -649.6 |
| 2011 | SDP | NL | 67 | 179 | 9 | 34 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16 | 3 | 14 | 58 | 0.190 | -777.1 |
| 2012 | NYN | NL | 17 | 52 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0.250 | -160.1 |
| 2013 | STL | NL | 20 | 35 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.171 | 0.0 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | NYN | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
| 2013 | STL | NL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | - |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 250 | 214 | 1448 | 158 | 10 | 13 |
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | SEA | C | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | SEA | C | 10 | 7 | 44 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | SEA | C | 80 | 75 | 511 | 42 | 4 | 5 |
| 2010 | SEA | C | 61 | 57 | 347 | 35 | 4 | 5 |
| 2011 | SDN | C | 63 | 54 | 362 | 65 | 2 | 3 |
| 2012 | NYN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | NYN | C | 17 | 15 | 130 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | SLN | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | SLN | C | 15 | 6 | 52 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
| Catcher | 250 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | SDN | NL | $421,700 |
| 2010 | SEA | AL | $412,500 |
| 2009 | SEA | AL | $400,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,234,200 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddleback College | Mission Viejo | CA | 2002, 2003 |
| University of Houston | Houston | TX | 2004 |