John V. "Studs" Bancker (c. 1853 - October 7, 1888) was an American professional baseball player.
He played in 19 games in Major League Baseball, principally as a catcher, for New Haven Elm Citys between April 19 and June 5, 1875.
[2] Bancker played in 19 games in Major League Baseball, 14 as catcher and nine at various infield positions, for 1875 New Haven Elm Citys of the National Association of Professional Base Ball Players.
The Easton club's roster in 1874 also included Jim Devlin, George Bradley, John Abadie, Joe Battin and Bill Hague.
[2] He also served multiple sentences in the Philadelphia House of Correction for "drinking-related offenses.