Johnny Williams

Born: 5/1/1918 in Shreveport, LA, USA

Died: 5/4/1986 in Shreveport, LA, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: John Henry Williams

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Biography

Johnny Williams, born in 1918, is an active pitcher known for his competitive spirit and versatility on the mound. Over his career, he has accumulated a record of 10-15, showcasing his resilience in a demanding position. With an earned run average (ERA) of 4.84, Williams demonstrates a solid understanding of pitching strategy, effectively navigating the challenges posed by opposing hitters. He has recorded 73 strikeouts and earned 1 save, contributing to his team's efforts in critical moments throughout his career. Williams is a two-time All-Star, highlighting his recognition among peers and fans alike. His career unfolds in a contemporary era of baseball that emphasizes power hitting and advanced analytics, making his role as a pitcher increasingly vital. As he continues to play, Williams remains an integral part of his team's pitching staff, known for his ability to adapt and perform under pressure. His contributions to the game reflect an enduring commitment to excellence and a passion for baseball that resonates with fans across generations.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
10 15 38 22 17 0 1 201.0 223 108 6 59 73 4.84 0

Career ERA 4.84 vs. league average 3.73 across their career seasons — 29.6% 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
1943 BBB NAL 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 1.7 4 2 3 1 10.80 — 0.0
1944 BBB NAL 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2.7 1 0 0 0 0.00 — 0.0
1944 CIC NAL 2 3 7 3 1 0 0 27.7 23 13 8 7 4.23 3.57 (-18%) 372.2
1945 CIC NAL 1 4 11 6 4 0 0 54.7 69 34 15 29 5.60 3.67 (-53%) 326.8
1946 CIC NAL 1 1 3 2 1 0 0 13.7 14 7 6 5 4.61 3.59 (-28%) 68.4
1947 CIC NAL 5 2 8 7 7 0 1 60.3 68 24 11 20 3.58 3.97 (+10%) 1974.5
1948 IC NAL 1 4 7 4 4 0 0 40.3 44 28 16 11 6.25 4.10 (-52%) -337.1

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
56 103 10 20 2 0 0 9 2 9 4 0.194 0.259 0.214 0.473 0.0

Career AVG .194 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 25.4% below league average.

Career OBP .259 vs. league average .331 across their career seasons — 21.7% below league average.

Career SLG .214 vs. league average .362 across their career seasons — 41.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.473 vs. league average 0.693 across their career seasons — 31.8% 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
1943 BBB NAL 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1944 BBB NAL 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1944 CIC NAL 9 12 2 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.333 — — — — 0.0
1945 CIC NAL 14 32 1 5 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0.156 — — — — 0.0
1946 CIC NAL 4 6 1 2 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 0.333 — — — — 0.0
1947 CIC NAL 13 29 5 7 0 0 0 7 1 4 1 0.241 — — — — 0.0
1948 IC NAL 13 21 1 2 0 0 0 0 1 3 2 0.095 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 2 1 3 0 0 0
P 38 22 10 70 4 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1943 BBB OF 1 0 0 0 0 0
1943 BBB P 1 0 0 0 0 0
1944 BBB P 1 0 0 1 0 1
1944 CIC P 7 3 2 5 1 0
1945 CIC OF 1 1 3 0 0 0
1945 CIC P 11 6 2 23 1 1
1946 CIC P 3 2 1 7 1 2
1947 CIC P 8 7 3 23 0 0
1948 IC P 7 4 2 11 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 38
Left Field 1
Right Field 1