John Peters
Born: 7/14/1893 in Kansas City, KS, USA
Died: 2/21/1932 in Kansas City, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-05-01 | Final Game: 1922-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 192 lbs
Full name: John William Peters
Biography
John Peters was a professional baseball player born in 1893, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1915 until his retirement on September 25, 1922. Over the course of his career, Peters participated in 112 games, where he established himself as a reliable contributor at the plate. He recorded a total of 80 hits, including 7 home runs, and drove in 47 runs, culminating in a career batting average of .265. His offensive production, while not groundbreaking, showcased his ability to be a steady presence in the lineup during a time when baseball was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded style of play.
Peters' playing career unfolded during a significant period in baseball history, marked by the end of World War I and the subsequent rise of new talents in the league. He also made a name for himself with speed on the bases, finishing his career with 1 stolen base. Although he may not be as widely remembered as some of his contemporaries, Peters contributed to the game during a pivotal time, and his efforts on the field reflect the spirit and competitiveness of early 20th-century baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 112 | 302 | 22 | 80 | 13 | 1 | 7 | 47 | 1 | 16 | 33 | 0.265 | 0.317 | 0.384 | 0.701 | -310.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | DET | AL | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1918 | CLE | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1921 | PHI | NL | 55 | 155 | 7 | 45 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 23 | 1 | 6 | 13 | 0.290 | -162.9 |
| 1922 | PHI | NL | 55 | 143 | 15 | 35 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 24 | 0 | 9 | 18 | 0.245 | -147.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 85 | 0 | 243 | 52 | 21 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | DET | C | 1 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1918 | CLE | C | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1921 | PHI | C | 44 | 0 | 116 | 24 | 10 | 0 |
| 1922 | PHI | C | 39 | 0 | 118 | 24 | 7 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 85 |