Walter Johnson

P/OF

Biography

Walter Johnson was a Hall of Fame P/OF who played from 1907 to 1927. During his career, Johnson appeared in 933 games, recording 547 hits with a 0.235 average. A right-handed, Johnson stood 6'1" tall and brought athleticism and dedication to his position. Born in Humboldt, KS, Johnson left a lasting legacy in the game. Johnson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936, cementing his place among baseball's all-time greats. Throughout his 21-season career, he was associated with the COL, leaving an indelible mark on the franchise. Playing during the Dead Ball Era, Johnson exemplified the skill and dedication that defined baseball excellence. His contributions to the game continue to be remembered and celebrated by baseball fans and historians alike. Johnson's legacy endures as a testament to excellence and dedication in America's pastime.

Career Information

Debut: 1907

Final Season: 1927

Team: Colorado Rockies

Born: 1887 in Humboldt, KS

Career Statistics

Batting

Batting Average: 0.235
Games Played: 933
Hits: 547
Home Runs: 24
Runs: 241

Pitching

Win-Loss: 417-279
ERA: 2.17
Games: 802
Strikeouts: 3509
Saves: 34

Awards & Accolades

  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1909)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1909)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1910)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1911)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1911)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1912)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1912)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1913)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1913)
  • Most Valuable Player (1913)
  • Pitching Triple Crown (1913)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1914)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1914)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1915)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1915)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1916)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1916)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1917)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1917)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1918)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1918)
  • Pitching Triple Crown (1918)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1919)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1919)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1923)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1923)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1924)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1924)
  • Most Valuable Player (1924)
  • Pitching Triple Crown (1924)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1925)
  • Baseball Magazine All-Star (1925)
  • TSN All-Star (1925)