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John Bischoff

John Bischoff Notable

b. October 28, 1894 · Chicago White Sox 1925, Boston Red Sox 1925–1926

John Bischoff divided two seasons between two clubs as a catcher: the Chicago White Sox from 1925, then the Boston Red Sox through 1926.

Across 107 games he batted .262, with 71 hits and 20 runs. He finished with 1 home run, 20 doubles and 2 stolen bases.

He played 90 games behind the plate, with 229 putouts and 11 errors. He turned 9 double plays.

He was born in Edwardsville, IL, USA on October 28, 1894, and died on December 28, 1981. He batted right-handed and threw right-handed.

Batting, season by season

YearTeam GABR H2B3B HRRBIBB SOSBAVG
1925 BOS/CHW 481441438 911 167161 .264
1926 BOS 59127633 1120 1915161 .260
Career 1072712071 2031 3522322 .262

On this day & linked events

1894

Born October 28, 1894

Edwardsville, IL, USA

1981

Died December 28, 1981

Image: Díaz (Tomás Gutiérrez brand), public domain