Johnnie Dawson

Born: 11/8/1914 in Shreveport, LA, USA

Died: 8/6/1984 in Los Angeles, CA, USA

Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 176 lbs

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Biography

Johnnie Dawson, born in 1914, is an active professional baseball player known for his contributions as a position player. Competing in the contemporary era of Major League Baseball, Dawson has participated in 31 games, showcasing his skills and determination on the field. With 14 hits to his name, he is recognized for his persistence and ability to make contact, despite holding a batting average of .209. His role on the team is characterized by versatility, contributing not only with his bat but also with his speed, as evidenced by his single stolen base. Though Dawson has yet to hit a home run in his career, he has managed to drive in 6 runs, demonstrating his capability to contribute to the team's offensive efforts. As he continues to play, Dawson's experience and resilience reflect the spirit of modern baseball, where adaptability and teamwork are essential. His journey in the league, albeit still in its early stages, adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the ongoing evolution of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
31 67 4 14 4 0 0 6 1 2 0 0.209 0.232 0.269 0.501 0.0

Career AVG .209 vs. league average .264 across their career seasons — 20.8% below league average.

Career OBP .232 vs. league average .333 across their career seasons — 30.4% below league average.

Career SLG .269 vs. league average .376 across their career seasons — 28.5% below league average.

Career OPS 0.501 vs. league average 0.709 across their career seasons — 29.4% below 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
1938 KCM NAL 4 4 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.250 — — — — 0.0
1940 CAG NAL 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1940 MRS NAL 8 17 1 2 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0.118 — — — — 0.0
1940 KCM NAL 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.000 — — — — 0.0
1941 BBB NAL 3 5 1 4 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0.800 — — — — 0.0
1942 KCM NAL 13 32 1 6 2 0 0 3 1 1 0 0.188 — — — — 0.0
1942 BBB NAL 1 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 24 16 93 20 4 3
OF 2 1 2 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1938 KCM C 3 0 9 2 0 0
1940 CAG C 1 1 5 1 0 0
1940 MRS C 6 6 21 8 1 2
1940 KCM C 1 0 0 0 0 0
1941 BBB OF 2 1 2 0 0 0
1942 KCM C 12 9 55 8 3 1
1942 BBB C 1 0 3 1 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 24
Left Field 2