Bob Johnson

Born: 7/31/1959 in Dallas, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1981-09-01 | Final Game: 1983-10-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'3" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Bobby Earl Johnson

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Biography

Bob Johnson, born in 1959, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1981 to 1983. Playing primarily as a position player, Johnson appeared in 98 games over the course of his brief career. He was known for his power-hitting ability, contributing 9 home runs and driving in 27 runs, though his overall batting average settled at .197. Throughout his career, he also showcased his speed on the base paths, recording 3 stolen bases. Johnson's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the game was evolving with the introduction of more advanced training techniques and a greater emphasis on power hitting. While his overall statistics may not reflect a dominant performance, Johnson's contributions to his teams were felt in key moments. His journey through the majors serves as a testament to the challenges faced by players striving to make a lasting impact in the competitive landscape of baseball during the early 1980s. After his retirement, he left behind a legacy that underscores both the struggles and aspirations of players in that era.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
98	249	24	49	8	1	9	27	3	20	80	0.197	0.261	0.345	0.606	-757.4

Career AVG .197 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 24.2% below league average.

Career OBP .261 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — 19.3% below league average.

Career SLG .345 vs. league average .384 across their career seasons — 10.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.606 vs. league average 0.707 across their career seasons — 14.3% 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
1981	TEX	AL	6	18	2	5	0	0	2	4	0	1	3	0.278	—	—	—	—	0.0
1982	TEX	AL	20	56	4	7	2	0	2	7	0	3	22	0.125	.261 (-52%)	.324 (-43%)	.388 (-31%)	.712 (-37%)	-346.1
1983	TEX	AL	72	175	18	37	6	1	5	16	3	16	55	0.211	.260 (-19%)	.324 (-14%)	.389 (-12%)	.714 (-13%)	-411.3