Johnny Mokan
Born: 9/23/1895 in Buffalo, NY, USA
Died: 2/10/1985 in Buffalo, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1921-04-15 | Final Game: 1927-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: John Leo Mokan
Biography
Johnny Mokan was born in 1895 and had a professional baseball career that spanned from 1921 to 1927. Primarily a position player, Mokan participated in 582 games during his tenure in Major League Baseball, where he showcased his offensive prowess. He recorded 563 hits, achieving a commendable batting average of .291. Mokan's ability to drive in runs was evident as he amassed 273 RBIs and hit 32 home runs throughout his career. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the base paths, totaling 26 stolen bases, which contributed to his reputation as a well-rounded player during the post-Deadball Era.
Mokan's playing style was characterized by a combination of power and contact hitting, making him a valuable asset to his teams. His contributions came during a time when the game was evolving in terms of offensive production, moving away from the more conservative strategies of the Deadball Era. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Mokan's consistency and performance left a lasting impact, and he remains a notable figure in the history of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 582 | 1936 | 282 | 563 | 98 | 17 | 32 | 273 | 26 | 206 | 150 | 0.291 | 0.364 | 0.409 | 0.773 | 1943.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | PIT | NL | 19 | 52 | 7 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0.269 | -26.8 |
| 1922 | PHI | NL | 47 | 151 | 20 | 38 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 27 | 1 | 16 | 25 | 0.252 | -175.4 |
| 1922 | PIT | NL | 31 | 89 | 9 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 0.258 | -175.4 |
| 1923 | PHI | NL | 113 | 400 | 76 | 125 | 23 | 3 | 10 | 48 | 6 | 53 | 31 | 0.312 | 1473.4 |
| 1924 | PHI | NL | 96 | 366 | 50 | 95 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 44 | 7 | 30 | 27 | 0.260 | -541.9 |
| 1925 | PHI | NL | 75 | 209 | 30 | 69 | 11 | 2 | 6 | 42 | 3 | 27 | 9 | 0.330 | 821.6 |
| 1926 | PHI | NL | 127 | 456 | 68 | 138 | 23 | 5 | 6 | 62 | 4 | 41 | 31 | 0.303 | 614.8 |
| 1927 | PHI | NL | 74 | 213 | 22 | 61 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 33 | 5 | 25 | 21 | 0.286 | -10.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| OF | 528 | 0 | 990 | 55 | 37 | 8 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | PIT | OF | 15 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1922 | PHI | 3B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1922 | PHI | OF | 37 | 0 | 62 | 5 | 7 | 1 |
| 1922 | PIT | OF | 23 | 0 | 25 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 1923 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1923 | PHI | OF | 105 | 0 | 235 | 16 | 8 | 1 |
| 1924 | PHI | OF | 94 | 0 | 195 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| 1925 | PHI | OF | 68 | 0 | 120 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1926 | PHI | OF | 123 | 0 | 221 | 16 | 8 | 4 |
| 1927 | PHI | OF | 63 | 0 | 97 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 348 |
| Center Field | 67 |
| Right Field | 129 |