Johnny Logan
Born: 3/23/1926 in Endicott, NY, USA
Died: 8/9/2013 in Milwaukee, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1951-04-17 | Final Game: 1963-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: John Logan
Biography
Johnny Logan was a prominent Major League Baseball player whose career spanned from 1951 to 1963. Born in 1926, Logan established himself as a skilled position player, primarily serving as a shortstop. Over the course of 1,503 games, he recorded 1,407 hits, including 93 home runs and 547 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .268. His performance on the field earned him recognition as a four-time All-Star, underscoring his status as one of the standout players of his era.
Logan played during a transformative period in baseball history, characterized by the shift from the deadball era to a more offense-driven style of play. Known for his solid defensive capabilities and ability to contribute offensively, he was a key figure on the teams he played for, particularly the Milwaukee Braves, where he became a mainstay in the infield. With 19 stolen bases to his name, Logan also showcased his speed and base-running acumen, enhancing his overall contribution to the game. His legacy remains significant, reflecting the evolution of baseball during the 1950s and early 1960s, a time of great change and excitement in America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1503 | 5244 | 651 | 1407 | 216 | 41 | 93 | 547 | 19 | 451 | 472 | 0.268 | 0.330 | 0.378 | 0.708 | -1141.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | BSN | NL | 62 | 169 | 14 | 37 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 18 | 13 | 0.219 | -622.0 |
| 1952 | BSN | NL | 117 | 456 | 56 | 129 | 21 | 3 | 4 | 42 | 1 | 31 | 33 | 0.283 | 39.7 |
| 1953 | ATL | NL | 150 | 611 | 100 | 167 | 27 | 8 | 11 | 73 | 2 | 41 | 33 | 0.273 | -263.1 |
| 1954 | ATL | NL | 154 | 560 | 66 | 154 | 17 | 7 | 8 | 66 | 2 | 51 | 51 | 0.275 | -159.2 |
| 1955 | ATL | NL | 154 | 595 | 95 | 177 | 37 | 5 | 13 | 83 | 3 | 58 | 58 | 0.297 | 1244.6 |
| 1956 | ATL | NL | 148 | 545 | 69 | 153 | 27 | 5 | 15 | 46 | 3 | 46 | 49 | 0.281 | 592.9 |
| 1957 | ATL | NL | 129 | 494 | 59 | 135 | 19 | 7 | 10 | 49 | 5 | 31 | 49 | 0.273 | -31.0 |
| 1958 | ATL | NL | 145 | 530 | 54 | 120 | 20 | 0 | 11 | 53 | 1 | 40 | 57 | 0.226 | -1583.4 |
| 1959 | ATL | NL | 138 | 470 | 59 | 137 | 17 | 0 | 13 | 50 | 1 | 57 | 45 | 0.291 | 1017.2 |
| 1960 | ATL | NL | 136 | 482 | 52 | 118 | 14 | 4 | 7 | 42 | 1 | 43 | 40 | 0.245 | -876.8 |
| 1961 | ATL | NL | 18 | 19 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.105 | 0.0 |
| 1961 | PIT | NL | 27 | 52 | 5 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1962 | PIT | NL | 44 | 80 | 7 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0.300 | 7.1 |
| 1963 | PIT | NL | 81 | 181 | 15 | 42 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 23 | 27 | 0.232 | -344.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 52 | 8 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 0.154 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | WS | ML1 | 7 | 25 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0.120 |
| 1957 | WS | ML1 | 7 | 27 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 0.185 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 30 | 21 | 19 | 50 | 1 | 8 |
| SS | 1380 | 1042 | 2612 | 4397 | 256 | 894 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | BSN | SS | 58 | 0 | 98 | 155 | 11 | 31 |
| 1952 | BSN | SS | 117 | 0 | 247 | 385 | 18 | 81 |
| 1953 | ML1 | SS | 150 | 0 | 295 | 481 | 20 | 104 |
| 1954 | ML1 | SS | 154 | 154 | 324 | 489 | 26 | 104 |
| 1955 | ML1 | SS | 154 | 154 | 268 | 511 | 30 | 100 |
| 1956 | ML1 | SS | 148 | 147 | 266 | 467 | 24 | 94 |
| 1957 | ML1 | SS | 129 | 125 | 263 | 440 | 29 | 94 |
| 1958 | ML1 | SS | 144 | 142 | 273 | 481 | 32 | 99 |
| 1959 | ML1 | SS | 138 | 137 | 260 | 431 | 18 | 78 |
| 1960 | ML1 | SS | 136 | 134 | 235 | 417 | 30 | 77 |
| 1961 | ML1 | SS | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1961 | PIT | 3B | 7 | 3 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 2 |
| 1961 | PIT | SS | 6 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 3 |
| 1962 | PIT | 3B | 19 | 15 | 13 | 35 | 1 | 5 |
| 1963 | PIT | 3B | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1963 | PIT | SS | 44 | 43 | 74 | 122 | 17 | 28 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 30 |
| Shortstop | 1380 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 25th | 1.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1956 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 30th | 1.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1955 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 11th | 24.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1954 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 18th | 9.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1953 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 20th | 3.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1952 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 36th | 3.0 | 336 | 0 |