John Middleton
Born: 4/11/1900 in Mount Calm, TX, USA
Died: 11/3/1986 in Amarillo, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1922-09-06 | Final Game: 1922-09-21
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: John Wayne Middleton
Biography
John Middleton, born in 1900, was a professional baseball player who made a brief but notable mark in the sport during the early 1920s. He played as a position player for a short period, participating in two Major League Baseball games from September 6 to September 21, 1922. Although his time in the majors was limited, Middleton recorded one hit in his two appearances, resulting in a batting average of .333, a figure that reflects his potential during that fleeting glimpse of his career.
Middleton's tenure came at a time when baseball was transitioning through the post-Deadball Era, a period characterized by a shift towards more offensive play. While he did not achieve significant statistics in terms of home runs or runs batted in, his entry into the league during this dynamic phase of baseball history highlights the ever-evolving nature of the game. Though he did not become a long-term fixture in the sport, Middleton's brief participation serves as a reminder of the many players who have contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball, even in short stints.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 7.36 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | CLE | AL | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7.3 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 7.36 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | CLE | AL | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 | CLE | P | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardin-Simmons University | Abilene | TX | 1919, 1920, 1921 |