John Poff
Born: 10/23/1952 in Chillicothe, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1979-09-08 | Final Game: 1980-10-05
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: John William Poff
Biography
John Poff, born in 1952, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1979 to 1980. A position player, Poff played in a total of 31 games, where he recorded 19 hits, including one home run, and drove in eight runs. He finished his career with a batting average of .218. Known for his versatility on the field, Poff contributed to his teams during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving with new strategies and player talent emerging during the late 1970s.
Although his playing time was limited, Poff's experience in the major leagues exemplified the challenges faced by many players attempting to establish themselves during a competitive era. He did not steal any bases during his career, indicating a focus on solid hitting rather than speed on the basepaths. Poff's time in the league may have been short, but it reflects the hard work and dedication required to reach the pinnacle of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 87 | 9 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0.218 | 0.253 | 0.322 | 0.575 | -117.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | PHI | NL | 12 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.105 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | ATL | AL | 19 | 68 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0.250 | -117.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 4 | 3 | 24 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 11 | 10 | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | PHI | OF | 4 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1980 | ML4 | 1B | 3 | 3 | 23 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1980 | ML4 | OF | 7 | 7 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 4 |
| Left Field | 4 |
| Right Field | 7 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | Durham | NC | 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974 |