Don LeJohn
Born: 5/13/1934 in Daisytown, PA, USA
Died: 2/25/2005 in California, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1965-06-30 | Final Game: 1965-10-03
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Donald Everett LeJohn
Biography
Don LeJohn, born in 1934, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the 1965 Major League Baseball season. Primarily a position player, LeJohn played a total of 34 games during his brief career, showcasing his abilities at the plate with 20 hits and a batting average of .256. Although he did not hit any home runs, he contributed to his team's efforts with 7 runs batted in and demonstrated a solid approach to hitting during his time in the league.
LeJohn's career unfolded during a period of significant change in baseball, as the sport was moving toward a more dynamic offensive approach. Despite his limited time in Major League Baseball, his performance reflected the challenges faced by players of that era, where competition was fierce and opportunities were often scarce. After concluding his professional career on October 3, 1965, LeJohn remained a part of baseball history, remembered for his contributions during a transformative time in the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 78 | 2 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.256 | 0.301 | 0.282 | 0.583 | -168.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | LAD | NL | 34 | 78 | 2 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 0.256 | -168.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | WS | LAN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 26 | 21 | 9 | 38 | 2 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | LAN | 3B | 26 | 21 | 9 | 38 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 26 |