Ron Johnson
Born: 3/23/1956 in Long Beach, CA, USA
Died: 1/26/2021 in Murfreesboro, TN, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-09-12 | Final Game: 1984-06-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 215 lbs
Full name: Ronald David Johnson
Biography
Ron Johnson, born in 1956, was a professional baseball player who made his mark as a position player in Major League Baseball during the early 1980s. His career spanned from 1982 to 1984, during which he played a total of 22 games. Johnson showcased his batting abilities with a career batting average of .261, accumulating 12 hits and driving in 2 runs. Although he did not hit any home runs and recorded no stolen bases, his contributions were notable in the context of a competitive era that was transitioning away from the deadball style of play.
Johnson's playing career, while not extensive, reflected the challenges faced by many players of his time as they navigated the complexities of a rapidly evolving game. His involvement in the league during the early 1980s coincided with significant changes in baseball, including the rise of power hitters and a greater emphasis on offensive production. Despite his brief stint in the major leagues, Johnson's perseverance and commitment to the sport left a lasting impression on those who followed his career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 46 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0.261 | 0.358 | 0.304 | 0.663 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | KCR | AL | 8 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1983 | KCR | AL | 9 | 27 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.259 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | WSN | NL | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 16 | 11 | 107 | 5 | 3 | 12 |
| C | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | KCA | 1B | 7 | 4 | 39 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 1983 | KCA | C | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | KCA | 1B | 7 | 7 | 63 | 3 | 2 | 9 |
| 1984 | MON | 1B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | MON | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 2 |
| First Base | 16 |
| Right Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullerton College | Fullerton | CA | 1976 |
| California State University Fresno | Fresno | CA | 1977, 1978 |