Mex Johnson

Born: 9/16/1911 in Little Rock, AR, USA

Died: 9/24/2005 in Denver, CO, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 150 lbs

Full name: Byron Emmerson Johnson

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Biography

Mex Johnson, born in 1911, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility as a position player. Throughout his career, Johnson has appeared in 81 games, showcasing his skills with a batting average of .239, 60 hits, and 23 RBIs. While he has not yet hit any home runs, his ability to contribute with 5 stolen bases reflects his speed and base-running acumen. Johnson's performance on the field has earned him a selection to the All-Star Game, highlighting his impact during his career. Playing in a competitive era that demands both athleticism and strategic savvy, Johnson continues to make his mark in the game. His contributions as a position player exemplify the evolution of the sport, as he adapts to various roles and challenges presented in modern baseball. As he remains active, Johnson's ongoing influence and experience serve as an inspiration to younger players and a testament to skilled play in the contemporary landscape of Major League Baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
81 251 41 60 7 7 0 23 5 23 4 0.239 0.303 0.323 0.626 -695.5

Career AVG .239 vs. league average .275 across their career seasons — 13.0% below league average.

Career OBP .303 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — 11.5% below league average.

Career SLG .323 vs. league average .395 across their career seasons — 18.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.626 vs. league average 0.738 across their career seasons — 15.2% 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 KCM NAL 41 124 17 31 5 3 0 12 1 11 3 0.250 .276 (-10%) .342 (-9%) .398 (-15%) .740 (-12%) -280.8
1938 KCM NAL 40 127 24 29 2 4 0 11 4 12 1 0.228 .272 (-16%) .341 (-14%) .392 (-22%) .734 (-18%) -414.7

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
3 14 1 3 0 1 0 0 0 1 0.214

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1937 ALC KCM 3 14 1 3 0 1 0 0 0 1 0.214

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
SS 81 78 117 186 37 21

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1937 KCM SS 41 38 65 88 19 12
1938 KCM SS 40 40 52 98 18 9

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Shortstop 81