Johnny Rawlings, baseball player, 1914-1926

Johnny Rawlings

Born: 8/17/1892 in Bloomfield, IA, USA

Died: 10/16/1972 in Inglewood, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1914-04-14 | Final Game: 1926-09-13

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 158 lbs

Full name: John William Rawlings

Biography

Johnny Rawlings, born in 1892, was a prominent American baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1914 to 1926. Known for his versatility as a position player, Rawlings played a total of 1,080 games, amassing 928 hits over the course of his career. He was recognized for his solid batting skills, finishing with a career batting average of .250, and he contributed significantly to his teams with 303 RBIs and 14 home runs. In addition to his offensive contributions, Rawlings also showcased his speed on the bases, stealing 92 bases throughout his time in the league. Playing during a transformative era in baseball, Rawlings was part of the game as it evolved from the deadball era into a time of increased offensive production. His ability to get on base and drive in runs made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for. While he may not have been a household name, his consistent performance and dedication to the game have solidified his place in baseball history. After retiring on September 13, 1926, Rawlings left behind a legacy as a skilled player who contributed to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
45.0 40.0 2.0 10.0 2.0 0 0 3.0 2.0 0 0 0.250 0.286 0.300 0.586

Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1080 3719 409 928 122 28 14 303 92 257 275 0.250 0.303 0.309 0.611 -8209.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
8 30 2 10 3 0 0 4 0 3 0.333

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1921 WS NY1 8 30 2 10 3 0 0 4 0 3 0.333

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 709 0 1530 2233 123 362
3B 16 0 9 19 3 1
OF 29 0 49 9 1 2
SS 280 0 516 923 93 96

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 709
Third Base 18
Shortstop 279
Left Field 8
Center Field 1
Right Field 24