John Gaddy

Born: 2/5/1914 in Wadesboro, NC, USA

Died: 5/3/1966 in Albemarle, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1938-09-27 | Final Game: 1938-10-02

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 182 lbs

Full name: John Wilson Gaddy

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Biography

John Gaddy, born in 1914, was a professional baseball pitcher who made his mark in the brief span of his career from September 27, 1938, to October 2, 1938. Competing during a time when the game was transitioning from the tail end of the deadball era into a more offensively driven style, Gaddy showcased remarkable skill and effectiveness on the mound, finishing his career with an impressive record of 2-0. His performance was highlighted by a striking earned run average (ERA) of 0.69, a testament to his ability to limit scoring opportunities for opposing teams. Despite a short-lived career, Gaddy's contributions included three strikeouts, and he notably did not record any saves. His time in Major League Baseball was limited, but his statistical achievements reflect a level of talent that resonated with fans and historians alike. Although Gaddy's career did not extend beyond a few appearances, he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, exemplifying the challenges and triumphs faced by players in a rapidly evolving sport.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
2	0	2	2	1	0	0	13.0	13	1	0	4	3	0.69	0

Career ERA 0.69 vs. league average 4.35 across their career seasons — 84.1% better than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1938	BRO	NL	2	0	2	2	1	0	0	13.0	13	1	4	3	0.69	4.35 (+84%)	183.3

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
2	6	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	4	0.000	0.143	0.000	0.143	0.0

Career AVG .000 vs. league average .273 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OBP .143 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — 58.2% below league average.

Career SLG .000 vs. league average .393 across their career seasons — 100.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.143 vs. league average 0.734 across their career seasons — 80.5% 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	BRO	NL	2	6	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	4	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	2	0	0	2	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1938	BRO	P	2	0	0	2	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	2

College History

School Name	City	State	Years Attended
Wake Forest University	Winston-Salem	NC	1933, 1934, 1935, 1936