Johnny Mann
Born: 2/4/1898 in Fontanet, IN, USA
Died: 3/31/1977 in Terre Haute, IN, USA
MLB Debut: 1928-04-18 | Final Game: 1928-05-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: John Leo Mann
Biography
Johnny Mann was a professional baseball player born in 1898, who played as a position player during a brief career from April 18 to May 23, 1928. Despite his short tenure in Major League Baseball, Mann made an impact in the limited time he spent on the field. He appeared in six games, where he recorded two hits and one run batted in, culminating in a batting average of .333. His performance showcased a brief but noteworthy glimpse of talent, reflecting the competitive nature of a league that was rapidly evolving during the late 1920s.
Mann's career unfolded in an era marked by a transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game, characterized by increased power hitting and a growing fan base. While his statistics may not tell the full story of a long and illustrious career, they highlight a moment in baseball history when every player contributed to a larger narrative of the sport's development. Johnny Mann remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the countless players who made their mark, however fleetingly, in the pursuit of the American pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.429 | 0.333 | 0.762 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | CHW | AL | 6 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | CHA | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 2 |