John Knox
Born: 7/26/1948 in Newark, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-08-01 | Final Game: 1975-09-26
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: John Clinton Knox
Biography
John Knox, born in 1948, was a professional baseball player known for his versatility as a position player during his career from 1972 to 1975. Over the span of 124 games, Knox accumulated a batting average of .274, showcasing his ability to make consistent contact at the plate. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed 11 RBIs and demonstrated speed on the bases with 7 stolen bases, reflecting his aggressive playing style and strategic awareness.
Knox's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, characterized by the move away from the deadball era towards a more offensive-minded game. Although his time in Major League Baseball was brief, he left a mark as a reliable player who understood the nuances of the game. His contributions, though modest in terms of statistics, highlighted the importance of players who could impact the game through defense and situational hitting.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 124 | 219 | 21 | 60 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 7 | 20 | 27 | 0.274 | 0.335 | 0.301 | 0.636 | -109.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | DET | AL | 14 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | DET | AL | 12 | 32 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0.281 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | DET | AL | 55 | 88 | 11 | 27 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 13 | 0.307 | 9.3 |
| 1975 | DET | AL | 43 | 86 | 8 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 9 | 0.267 | -118.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | ALCS | DET | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 69 | 44 | 112 | 142 | 7 | 36 |
| 3B | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | DET | 2B | 4 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 3 |
| 1973 | DET | 2B | 9 | 8 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 3 |
| 1974 | DET | 2B | 33 | 17 | 54 | 54 | 5 | 20 |
| 1974 | DET | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | DET | 2B | 23 | 19 | 38 | 61 | 2 | 10 |
| 1975 | DET | 3B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 68 |
| Third Base | 5 |
| Designated Hitter | 8 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green State University | Bowling Green | OH | 1968, 1969, 1970 |