Johnny Pasek
Born: 6/25/1905 in Niagara Falls, NY, USA
Died: 3/13/1976 in Niagara Falls, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1933-07-28 | Final Game: 1934-05-08
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: John Paul Pasek
Biography
Johnny Pasek was a professional baseball player born in 1905, whose career spanned from 1933 to 1934. Primarily a position player, Pasek made a modest impact in Major League Baseball during his brief tenure, appearing in 32 games. He recorded 18 hits and maintained a batting average of .257, demonstrating a competent ability at the plate despite a lack of power, as he did not hit any home runs during his career. Pasek contributed 4 runs batted in (RBIs) and showcased his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases.
Playing during the early years of the Great Depression, Pasek's career was set against a backdrop of economic hardship and the evolving dynamics of professional baseball. While he may not have achieved the lasting fame of some contemporaries, his time in the league reflected the challenges and opportunities faced by players of his era. Pasek's journey through the game exemplified the spirit of perseverance characteristic of many athletes during this tumultuous period in American history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 70 | 7 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 0.257 | 0.333 | 0.314 | 0.648 | -88.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | DET | AL | 28 | 61 | 6 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 0.246 | -88.2 |
| 1934 | CHW | AL | 4 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 32 | 0 | 87 | 14 | 1 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | DET | C | 28 | 0 | 75 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| 1934 | CHA | C | 4 | 0 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 32 |