John Leister
Born: 1/3/1961 in San Antonio, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1987-05-28 | Final Game: 1990-04-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: John William Leister
Biography
John Leister, born in 1961, was a professional baseball player known for his time as a position player in Major League Baseball (MLB). His career spanned from 1987 to April 16, 1990, during a dynamic era in baseball that saw the emergence of power hitters and the increasing importance of specialized roles. Leister's tenure in the league included participation in 10 games, though he faced considerable challenges at the plate, finishing his career with a batting average of .0 and no recorded hits, home runs, or RBIs.
Despite his limited playing time and statistical output, Leister's journey to the major leagues was a testament to his dedication to the sport. Playing in an era marked by the rise of performance-enhancing substances and evolving player dynamics, he contributed to the game in ways beyond the box score. His experience reflects the competitive nature of professional baseball, where many athletes strive to leave their mark, even if only for a brief moment in the spotlight.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 2 | 10 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.0 | 56 | 34 | 9 | 16 | 19 | 8.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | BOS | AL | 0 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30.3 | 49 | 31 | 12 | 16 | 9.20 | -1958.4 |
| 1990 | BOS | AL | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.7 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4.76 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | BOS | AL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | BOS | AL | 2 | 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 | 10 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | BOS | P | 8 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | BOS | P | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 10 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University | East Lansing | MI | 1983 |