Johnny Burnett
From BR Bullpen
John Henderson Burnett
- Bats Left, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11", Weight 175 lb.
- School University of Florida
- Debut May 7, 1927
- Final Game September 29, 1935
- Born November 1, 1904 in Bartow, FL USA
- Died August 12, 1959 in Tampa, FL USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Holds the all-time record for hits in a major-league game. On July 10, 1932 Burnett went 9 for 11 in an 18-inning contest against the Philadelphia Athletics. He managed the Columbia Reds in 1938 and 1939.
[edit] Records Held
- Most at bats, extra inning game, 11, 7/10/32 (tied)
- Most hits, extra inning game, 9, 7/10/32
- Most singles, game, 7, 7/10/32
