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Year Age Tm Lg G PA AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB CS BB SO BA OBP SLG OPS OPS+ TB GDP HBP SH SF IBB Pos Awards
192226DSNNL16474224000233.095.156.095.251-31402/987
192327DSNNL602702455469103127119.282.333.359.693808806*79/8
192428DSNNL30968715222301108.253.323.345.668833017/89
192630DSNNL511951822642513211113.231.282.319.601555807/5483
4 Yrs157608556971371774611543.246.302.324.6256418018
162 Game Avg.1626275741001411874631544.246.302.324.625641861

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Johnie Watson born?

Johnie Watson was born on January 5, 1896.

Where was Johnie Watson born?

Johnie Watson was born in Beaumont, TX.

How tall was Johnie Watson?

Johnie Watson was 5-10 (178 cm) tall.

How much did Johnie Watson weigh when playing?

Johnie Watson weighed 175 lbs (79 kg) when playing.

How many seasons did Johnie Watson play?

Johnie Watson played 4 seasons.

Is Johnie Watson in the Hall of Fame?

Johnie Watson has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.

What position did Johnie Watson play?

Johnie Watson was a Leftfielder.

How many hits did Johnie Watson have?

Johnie Watson had 137 hits over his career.

How many home runs did Johnie Watson have?

Johnie Watson had 4 home runs over his career.

What was Johnie Watson's average?

Johnie Watson had a .246 average over his career.

How many teams has Johnie Watson played for?

Johnie Watson played for 1 team, the Detroit Stars.

When did Johnie Watson retire?

Johnie Watson last played in 1926.

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