John Wockenfuss Memorabilia & Collectibles

About John Wockenfuss Memorabilia & Collectibles

About John Wockenfuss:

John Wockenfuss (full name: Johnny Bilton Wockenfuss; no nicknames) played catcher, first baseman and outfielder from 1974 until 1985 for the Detroit Tigers and Philadelphia Phillies. He played for the Tigers from 1974 - 1983 and Phillies from 1984 - 1985. Over 12 seasons, he played 795 games, hit 86 home runs, drove in 267 runs, and stole 5 bases. Born on February 27, 1949 in Welch, WV, Wockenfuss stands 6' 0" and weighs 190 lb. He attended Dickinson (Wilmington, DE) high school and was drafted by the Washington Senators in the 42nd round of the 1967 amateur draft. His debut was on August 11, 1974 and he played his final game on August 15, 1985. Common misspellings of his name include Johnny Bilton james jim jimmy John jon Wockenfuss.