John Weekly

Born: 6/14/1937 in Waterproof, LA, USA

Died: 11/24/1974 in Walnut Creek, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1962-04-13 | Final Game: 1964-04-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 200 lbs

Biography

John Weekly, born in 1937, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during the early 1960s. His career spanned from April 13, 1962, to April 23, 1964, during a transformative period in Major League Baseball marked by the rise of power hitters and the waning of the deadball era. Weekly appeared in a total of 53 games, showcasing a blend of power and defensive skills that contributed to his teams, although he faced challenges at the plate. Over the course of his brief career, Weekly recorded 25 hits, including 5 home runs, and drove in 19 runs, finishing with a batting average of .207. While he did not steal any bases, his power numbers reflected a potential that intrigued scouts and fans alike. Despite the limitations in his offensive output, Weekly's contributions on the field during a competitive time in baseball history remain a part of his legacy.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
53 121 7 25 4 0 5 19 0 15 21 0.207 0.293 0.364 0.656 -30.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 35 26 53 3 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 19
Right Field 17

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Diablo Valley College Pleasant Hill CA 1956