Joel Johnston
Born: 3/8/1967 in West Chester, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1991-09-05 | Final Game: 1995-05-12
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 218 lbs
Full name: Joel Raymond Johnston
Biography
Joel Johnston, born in 1967, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1991 to 1995. He made his mark in the Major Leagues during a time of transition in baseball, marked by the increasing influence of advanced analytics and a growing emphasis on pitching depth within teams. Johnston's career record stood at 3-5, with a 4.31 earned run average (ERA), showcasing his role as a reliable, if not overpowering, presence on the mound.
Throughout his time in the league, Johnston accumulated a total of 61 strikeouts and recorded 2 saves, reflecting a versatile skill set that allowed him to contribute both as a starter and in relief situations. While his statistics may not place him among the most prominent pitchers of his era, Johnston's journey through the competitive landscape of the 1990s baseball illustrated the challenges faced by many players striving for success in a rapidly evolving game. His career, though brief, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 5 | 59 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 85.7 | 66 | 41 | 10 | 37 | 61 | 4.31 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | KCR | AL | 1 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22.3 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 21 | 0.40 | - |
| 1992 | KCR | AL | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.7 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 13.50 | - |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 2 | 4 | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 53.3 | 38 | 20 | 19 | 31 | 3.38 | -553.0 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.3 | 14 | 11 | 4 | 5 | 29.70 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 11.25 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.500 | 0.833 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | KCR | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1992 | KCR | AL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 33 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | PIT | NL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | BOS | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 59 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | KCA | P | 13 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | KCA | P | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | PIT | P | 33 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | PIT | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 | BOS | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 59 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | PIT | NL | $130,000 |
| 1992 | KCA | AL | $113,500 |
| Total Career Earnings | $243,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University | State College | PA | 1986, 1987 |