Johnny Watson
Born: 1/16/1908 in Tazewell, VA, USA
Died: 4/29/1965 in Huntington, WV, USA
MLB Debut: 1930-09-26 | Final Game: 1930-09-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: John Thomas Watson
Biography
Johnny Watson was a professional baseball player born in 1908, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball that spanned from 1930 to September 28, 1930. Primarily serving as a position player, Watson made a limited impact during his time in the league, appearing in only four games. Throughout his short tenure, he recorded three hits and drove in three runs, finishing with a batting average of 0.25. Despite not hitting any home runs and not stealing any bases, he contributed to his team's offensive efforts during the early days of the Great Depression, a challenging era for both players and fans alike.
Watson's career unfolded during a transitional time in baseball, as the sport was beginning to emerge from the shadows of the deadball era, which had dominated the early 20th century. While his playing time was minimal, his presence in the majors is a reminder of the many players who passed through the league during this period, often without the fanfare or extensive records of more prominent stars. Though Watson's contributions to the game were limited, he remains a part of baseball history, representing the countless athletes who played the game with passion, even in the face of adversity.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.308 | 0.417 | 0.724 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | DET | AL | 4 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS | 4 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | DET | SS | 4 | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Shortstop | 4 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall University | Huntington | WV | 1927, 1928, 1929 |