Fred Johnston
Born: 7/9/1899 in Charlotte, NC, USA
Died: 5/15/1959 in Tyler, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1924-06-29 | Final Game: 1924-08-10
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Wilfred Ivy Johnston
Biography
Fred Johnston was a professional baseball player born in 1899, whose career spanned a brief period from 1924 to 1924. During his time in Major League Baseball, he played as a position player, participating in a total of 4 games. Known for his tenacity on the field, Johnston recorded 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of 0.25. Although he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his presence in the game during the early 1920s contributed to the evolving landscape of professional baseball.
Johnston's career unfolded during a time when the sport was experiencing a transition from the deadball era towards a more offensively dominant style of play. While he may not have had a lengthy or statistically prolific career, Johnston's contributions to the teams he played for reflect the passion and dedication of many players who sought to make their mark in the game during this dynamic period. His brief tenure in the major leagues highlights the challenges faced by aspiring athletes in an era that was rapidly changing the nature of baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | BRO | NL | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1924 | BRO | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1924 | BRO | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson College | Davidson | NC | 1919 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | Chapel Hill | NC | 1922 |