Johnny Neun
Born: 10/28/1900 in Baltimore, MD, USA
Died: 3/28/1990 in Baltimore, MD, USA
MLB Debut: 1925-04-14 | Final Game: 1931-09-27
Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: John Henry Neun
Biography
Johnny Neun was a professional baseball player born in 1900, who had a notable career spanning from 1925 to 1931. Primarily recognized as a position player, Neun played in a total of 432 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He distinguished himself with a commendable batting average of .289, amassing 273 hits and driving in 85 runs. Although he hit only 2 home runs, Neun's offensive contributions were complemented by his speed on the bases, as he successfully stole 41 bases throughout his career.
Neun's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, which saw the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven game. His ability to consistently get on base and create scoring opportunities made him a valuable asset to his teams. While not a household name, Neun's contributions in the field and on the bases reflected the skill set and versatility that characterized many players of his era, leaving a lasting impact on the teams he played for and the game itself. He retired from professional baseball on September 27, 1931, leaving behind a legacy as a competent and reliable player.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93.0 | 83.0 | 9.0 | 18.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 9.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 0.217 | 0.293 | 0.301 | 0.594 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | 16.0 | 14.0 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 4.0 | 0.214 | 0.312 | 0.214 | 0.526 |
| 1928 | 18.0 | 16.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.062 | 0.167 | 0.062 | 0.229 |
| 1929 | 35.0 | 30.0 | 5.0 | 9.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 5.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.300 | 0.400 | 0.467 | 0.867 |
| 1930 | 24.0 | 23.0 | 1.0 | 5.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 0 | 0.217 | 0.217 | 0.304 | 0.521 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 432 | 945 | 171 | 273 | 42 | 17 | 2 | 85 | 41 | 110 | 93 | 0.289 | 0.366 | 0.376 | 0.742 | 71.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | DET | AL | 60 | 75 | 15 | 20 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 12 | 0.267 | -67.8 |
| 1926 | DET | AL | 97 | 242 | 47 | 72 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 15 | 4 | 27 | 26 | 0.298 | 199.9 |
| 1927 | DET | AL | 79 | 204 | 38 | 66 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 27 | 22 | 35 | 13 | 0.324 | 663.6 |
| 1928 | DET | AL | 36 | 108 | 15 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 10 | 0.213 | -565.2 |
| 1930 | BSN | NL | 81 | 212 | 39 | 69 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 23 | 9 | 21 | 18 | 0.325 | 202.2 |
| 1931 | BSN | NL | 79 | 104 | 17 | 23 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 11 | 14 | 0.221 | -360.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 231 | 0 | 1850 | 112 | 26 | 161 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | DET | 1B | 13 | 0 | 99 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| 1926 | DET | 1B | 49 | 0 | 433 | 22 | 3 | 34 |
| 1927 | DET | 1B | 53 | 0 | 548 | 30 | 12 | 45 |
| 1928 | DET | 1B | 25 | 0 | 180 | 16 | 5 | 16 |
| 1930 | BSN | 1B | 55 | 0 | 431 | 31 | 4 | 46 |
| 1931 | BSN | 1B | 36 | 0 | 159 | 9 | 1 | 15 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 231 |