Johnny Beall

Born: 3/12/1882 in Beltsville, MD, USA

Died: 6/13/1926 in Beltsville, MD, USA

MLB Debut: 1913-04-17 | Final Game: 1918-07-16

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: John Woolf Beall

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Biography

Johnny Beall was a professional baseball player born in 1882, whose career spanned from 1913 to 1918. Primarily known as a position player, Beall made his mark in the early 20th century, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively-driven game. Over the course of his five-season career, he played in 58 games, amassing 43 hits and achieving a batting average of .253. Beall demonstrated a modest power presence, hitting 3 home runs and driving in 17 runs, while also demonstrating some speed on the base paths with 2 stolen bases. Beall's time in Major League Baseball coincided with significant changes in the sport, including the gradual emergence of more dynamic offensive play and the integration of new strategies. Despite a relatively short career, he contributed to the teams he played for during a transformative era in baseball history. His performance, while not statistically overwhelming, reflects the spirit and competitiveness of the game during his time, showcasing the dedication and skills of players who laid the groundwork for future generations. Johnny Beall remains a part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball, remembered for his role in the evolving landscape of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
58	170	18	43	4	1	3	17	2	11	25	0.253	0.306	0.341	0.647	-163.9

Career AVG .253 vs. league average .253 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .306 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .341 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.647 vs. league average 0.652 across their career seasons — near league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1913	CLE	AL	6	6	0	1	0	0	0	1	0	0	2	0.167	—	—	—	—	0.0
1913	CHW	AL	17	60	10	16	0	1	2	3	1	0	0	0.267	.259 (+3%)	.325 (-14%)	.345 (+16%)	.670 (+1%)	0.0
1915	CIN	NL	10	34	3	8	1	0	0	3	0	5	10	0.235	—	—	—	—	0.0
1916	CIN	NL	6	21	3	7	2	0	1	4	1	3	7	0.333	—	—	—	—	0.0
1918	STL	NL	19	49	2	11	1	0	0	6	0	3	6	0.224	—	—	—	—	-148.8