Roy Johnson, baseball player, 1982-1985

Roy Johnson

Born: 6/27/1959 in Parkin, AR, USA

Died: 1/26/2009 in San Francisco de Campeche, Campeche, México

MLB Debut: 1982-07-03 | Final Game: 1985-04-14

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 205 lbs

Full name: Roy Edward Johnson

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Biography

Roy Johnson, born in 1959, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1982 until 1985. Primarily serving as a position player, Johnson showcased his talents over a total of 36 games in Major League Baseball. He was known for his speed on the basepaths, evidenced by his ability to secure 1 stolen base during his brief career. Despite facing challenges at the plate, Johnson recorded 12 hits, including 1 home run, and finished with a batting average of 0.171 and 4 RBIs. His contributions to the game, although limited in terms of statistical impact, reflect the determination and passion characteristic of athletes of his era. Johnson's tenure in Major League Baseball was part of a transitional time in the sport, as teams began to explore new strategies and player development approaches in the early 1980s. His journey through the league serves as a reminder of the countless players who have strived for success in America's pastime, contributing to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
36 70 4 12 4 0 1 4 1 8 19 0.171 0.253 0.271 0.525 0.0

Career AVG .171 vs. league average .259 across their career seasons — 33.9% below league average.

Career OBP .253 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — 21.7% below league average.

Career SLG .271 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — 30.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.525 vs. league average 0.712 across their career seasons — 26.3% 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
1982 WSN NL 17 32 2 7 2 0 0 2 0 1 6 0.219 — — — — 0.0
1984 WSN NL 16 33 2 5 2 0 1 2 1 7 10 0.152 — — — — 0.0
1985 WSN NL 3 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0.000 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 24 17 33 0 1 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1982 MON OF 11 6 18 0 0 0
1984 MON OF 10 10 15 0 1 0
1985 MON OF 3 1 0 0 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 9
Center Field 10
Right Field 6

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Tennessee State University Nashville TN 1978, 1979, 1980