John Hefner made his first full season debut with the Spirits (40+) squad in 2019. He spent plenty of time aiding the Spirits (35+) squad as well and also played on the Fall squad that captured the 2019 Fall Championship.
Hefner quickly made an impact, finishing fourth on the team in hitting while compiling a batting average of .524 during 2018. In 2019, John hit .255 after playing in every game. He finished seventh in total hits with 12 including a double and he was responsible for 6 runs batted in. John batted .222 as a sub for the Spirits (35+) squad, including a double and 4 RBIs in 10 games played and for the Fall campaign, he hit .241 including a double and 6 RBIs. In 2018, John finished the Fall season with a team-leading 11 hits, adding 3 runs scored and 6 runs batted in.
Hefner was the starting catcher for the Spirits (40+) squad and most of the Fall season. He provides the team with depth at the catching position and can be relied upon to call a solid game for his pitchers and to act as a vacuum behind the dish, absorbing any balls or miscues that attempt to make their way past him. He has a solid arm and can be counted upon to gun runners down at second when needed and the team also utilizes him for some utility infield and outfield play.
Hefner brings with him a great work ethic and a fun and outgoing personality. He’s a great person to be around both on and off the field and he’s known for his “MacGyver-style” magic at rigging and creating things. John was an asset to the Spirits during the MSBL Las Vegas Kickoff Classic in 2019 and 2020. Hefner Finished this season’s tournament with a .455 average that included 5 hits, 2 RBIs and stolen base.
Nickname: “Hef,” “Lil’ Jon”
Spirits (35+) Individual Stats
Spirits (40+) Individual Stats
Spirits (Fall) Individual Stats