John Griffin

Born: 8/17/1913 in Ferguson, MO, USA

Died: 11/7/1984 in St. Louis, MO, USA

Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 169 lbs

Full name: John Henry Griffin

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Biography

John Griffin, born in 1913, is an active pitcher in professional baseball, showcasing his skills on the mound in the current era. With a record of 2-2, Griffin demonstrates resilience and determination in his craft, contributing to his team's efforts. His earned run average (ERA) stands at 8.93, indicating the challenges he faces in maintaining consistency against competitive lineups. Despite these struggles, he has recorded 16 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to overpower hitters at times, while he has yet to register a save in his career. Griffin's ongoing career places him in a unique position within the evolving landscape of baseball. As he continues to develop, he represents the tenacity required in a sport that demands both physical skill and mental fortitude. His journey reflects the experiences of many pitchers who navigate the ups and downs of professional play, contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history. As he takes the mound, fans and analysts alike watch closely to see how his career unfolds in the coming seasons.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
2	2	10	3	2	0	0	43.3	59	43	7	27	16	8.93	0

Career ERA 8.93 vs. league average 4.34 across their career seasons — 105.9% worse 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
1937	SL2	NAL	2	2	10	3	2	0	0	43.3	59	43	27	16	8.93	4.34 (-106%)	-2366.4

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
10	20	4	6	2	0	0	3	0	0	0	0.300	0.300	0.400	0.700	0.0

Career AVG .300 vs. league average .277 across their career seasons — +8.5% above league average.

Career OBP .300 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — 12.4% below league average.

Career SLG .400 vs. league average .398 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OPS 0.700 vs. league average 0.741 across their career seasons — 5.5% 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
1937	SL2	NAL	10	20	4	6	2	0	0	3	0	0	0	0.300	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
P	10	3	1	15	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1937	SL2	P	10	3	1	15	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Pitcher	10