Johnny Werhas
Born: 2/7/1938 in Highland Park, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1964-04-14 | Final Game: 1967-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs
Full name: John Charles Werhas
Biography
Johnny Werhas was a professional baseball player born in 1938, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1964 to 1967. Over the course of his brief career, he participated in 89 games, primarily known for his time with the Chicago Cubs. Werhas recorded a total of 29 hits, contributing 2 home runs and 14 RBIs, while finishing with a batting average of .173. His career, although not filled with prolific offensive numbers, reflected the competitive spirit of the era, a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more power-centric style of play.
Despite his limited statistical output, Werhas's presence on the field during the mid-1960s contributed to the fabric of a changing game. He was part of a generation of players navigating the evolving landscape of baseball, which was beginning to embrace more dynamic offensive strategies. Though his career was short-lived, his experiences in the league provided insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by players during a pivotal time in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 | 168 | 15 | 29 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 24 | 39 | 0.173 | 0.276 | 0.250 | 0.526 | -488.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | LAD | NL | 29 | 83 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 0.193 | -277.8 |
| 1965 | LAD | NL | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1967 | LAA | AL | 49 | 75 | 8 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 10 | 22 | 0.160 | -211.1 |
| 1967 | LAD | NL | 7 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.143 | -211.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 5 | 3 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 3B | 58 | 40 | 47 | 84 | 6 | 4 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | LAN | 3B | 28 | 24 | 30 | 49 | 4 | 4 |
| 1965 | LAN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | CAL | 1B | 4 | 3 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 1967 | CAL | 3B | 30 | 16 | 17 | 35 | 2 | 0 |
| 1967 | CAL | OF | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 5 |
| Third Base | 58 |
| Left Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 1957, 1958, 1959 |