John Smith

Born: 9/27/1906 in Washington, DC, USA

Died: 5/9/1982 in Silver Spring, MD, USA

MLB Debut: 1931-09-17 | Final Game: 1931-09-18

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: John Marshall Smith

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Biography

John Smith, born in 1906, was a position player whose brief Major League Baseball career spanned just two days in September 1931. Despite playing in only four games, Smith made his mark in the annals of baseball history, a testament to the fleeting nature of opportunities in the sport. Over the course of his short stint, he recorded two hits and drove in one run, finishing with a batting average of .133. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases with one stolen base, demonstrating the athleticism that characterized many players of his time. Smith's career unfolded during an era that was rich with talent and transformation in baseball. The early 1930s witnessed the tail end of the deadball era, transitioning into a period that would soon be dominated by more powerful hitters. While he did not achieve the lasting fame of many contemporaries, John Smith's brief appearance in the majors highlights the depth of talent that existed in the game, as well as the stories of countless players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history, even if only for a moment.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
4	15	2	2	0	0	0	1	1	2	1	0.133	0.235	0.133	0.369	0.0

Career AVG .133 vs. league average .276 across their career seasons — 51.7% below league average.

Career OBP .235 vs. league average .338 across their career seasons — 30.4% below league average.

Career SLG .133 vs. league average .388 across their career seasons — 65.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.369 vs. league average 0.727 across their career seasons — 49.3% 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
1931	BOS	AL	4	15	2	2	0	0	0	1	1	2	1	0.133	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1B	4	0	46	0	0	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1931	BOS	1B	4	0	46	0	0	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
First Base	4