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Where did Kelly Johnson play in Major League Baseball?
1 Atlanta Braves. Johnson was drafted in the first round (38th overall) of the 2000 Major League Baseball draft by the Atlanta Braves. 2 Boston Red Sox. The Yankees traded Johnson to the Boston Red Sox for Stephen Drew on July 31, 2014 which was the first trade between the rival teams since 1997. 3 Baltimore Orioles. 4 New York Mets.
What was Kelly Johnson’s batting average in 2008?
Johnson ended the 2008 season with a .287 batting average, 12 homers, 69 RBIs, 86 runs, and 11 stolen bases. In 2009, Johnson lost his full-time starting position with the Braves.
When did Kelly Johnson sign with the Braves?
Johnson decided to forego a scholarship offer to play college baseball at Texas A&M in favor of signing with the Braves. Johnson made his Major League debut with the Braves on May 29, 2005 and became a regular outfielder, due to the many injuries that plagued the Braves early in the 2005 season.
When did Kelly Johnson go to the Red Sox?
The Yankees traded Johnson to the Boston Red Sox for Stephen Drew on July 31, 2014 which was the first trade between the rival teams since 1997. This trade also reunited Johnson with Blue Jays manager John Farrell. Johnson played in just 10 games with the Red Sox, hitting 4-25 (.160) with a double and 1 RBI.
Who is the 3B for the Atlanta Braves?
Atlanta Braves selected the contract of LF Kelly Johnson from Gwinnett Braves. 3B Kelly Johnson assigned to Gwinnett Braves. Atlanta Braves signed free agent 3B Kelly Johnson to a minor league contract and invited him to spring training. 3B Kelly Johnson elected free agency. Baltimore Orioles activated 3B Kelly Johnson.
When did Kelly Johnson become a leadoff hitter?
On April 8, 2007, Johnson hit the first leadoff homer of his career in a 3-2 win against the New York Mets. In late June, Johnson lost his position as the leadoff hitter in the Braves lineup. In the 48 games Johnson played in May and June, his on-base percentage was .325, well below the acceptable rate for a good leadoff hitter.
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