John Sherlock, baseball player, 1930-1930

John Sherlock

Born: 10/26/1904 in Buffalo, NY, USA

Died: 11/26/1985 in Buffalo, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1930-04-20 | Final Game: 1930-09-28

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: John Clinton Sherlock

Biography

John Sherlock, born in 1904, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1930 until his retirement on September 28, 1930. As a position player, Sherlock made a notable impact in a brief but impressive stint in Major League Baseball. Over the course of 92 games, he accumulated 97 hits, achieving a remarkable batting average of .324. His offensive contributions included 38 RBIs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases during his time in the league. Sherlock's playing style reflected the era's emphasis on contact hitting and fundamental baseball, as evidenced by his high batting average. Although he did not achieve long-term success in the majors, his performance in 1930 remains a testament to his abilities as a hitter in a competitive environment. His career, though short-lived, contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the early 20th century, a time when the game was evolving and players like Sherlock helped pave the way for future generations.

Negro Leagues Career Statistics

Batting

PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB BA OBP SLG OPS
19.0 18.0 0 4.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.0 0.222 0.222 0.222 0.444

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
92 299 51 97 18 2 0 38 0 27 28 0.324 0.380 0.398 0.778 -20.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 70 0 623 51 7 57
2B 5 0 14 14 1 2
OF 1 0 2 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 71
Second Base 5
Center Field 1