Johnny Walker
Born: 12/11/1896 in Toulon, IL, USA
Died: 8/19/1976 in Hollywood, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1919-09-19 | Final Game: 1921-10-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: John Miles Walker
Biography
Johnny Walker was a professional baseball player born in 1896, who made his mark in the major leagues from 1919 to 1921. Primarily a position player, Walker showcased his skills in a total of 125 games during his brief career. He finished with a batting average of .251, accumulating 114 hits, including 2 home runs and driving in 51 runs. Walker also demonstrated his speed on the basepaths, recording 5 stolen bases.
Playing during the post-World War I era, Walker’s contributions came at a time when the game was beginning to evolve, transitioning away from the deadball era and embracing a more dynamic style of play. Although he did not achieve superstar status, his role as a reliable player reflected the grit and determination characteristic of many athletes of his time. Walker's legacy lives on in the annals of baseball history, representing the dedication of the players who laid the groundwork for future generations of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125 | 454 | 41 | 114 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 51 | 5 | 9 | 32 | 0.251 | 0.270 | 0.319 | 0.590 | -1695.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | PHA | AL | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1920 | PHA | AL | 9 | 22 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
| 1921 | PHA | AL | 113 | 423 | 41 | 109 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 46 | 5 | 9 | 29 | 0.258 | -1695.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 99 | 0 | 1008 | 49 | 12 | 71 |
| C | 16 | 0 | 49 | 12 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | PHA | C | 3 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1920 | PHA | C | 6 | 0 | 20 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 1921 | PHA | C | 7 | 0 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | PHA | 1B | 99 | 0 | 1008 | 49 | 12 | 71 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 17 |
| First Base | 99 |