Johnny Damon

Date of Birth: November 5, 1973

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Johnny Damon is an American former professional baseball outfielder who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for 18 seasons. He was born Johnny David Damon on November 5, 1973, in Fort Riley, Kansas. Damon is best known for his time with the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees, where he was a key player in both teams’ World Series victories. Damon’s professional career began when he was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the first round of the 1992 MLB draft. He made his MLB debut with the Royals in 1995 and quickly established himself as a talented and versatile player. In 2001, he joined the Boston Red Sox, where he became an integral part of the team’s success, helping them break the “Curse of the Bambino” by winning the World Series in 2004. After leaving the Red Sox, Damon signed with the New York Yankees in 2006 and played a crucial role in their 2009 World Series win. Damon also had stints with the Oakland Athletics, Detroit Tigers, Tampa Bay Rays, and Cleveland Indians before retiring in 2012. Off the field, Damon is known for his philanthropy and involvement in various charitable activities. He founded the Johnny Damon Foundation, which supports various causes, including children’s hospitals and military families.

5 Interesting Facts about Johnny Damon

1. Johnny Damon was a two-time All-Star, earning selections in 2002 and 2005.

2. He has stolen over 400 bases in his MLB career.

3. Damon is one of the few players to have won a World Series with both the Boston Red Sox (2004) and the New York Yankees (2009).

4. He appeared on the reality TV show “Celebrity Apprentice” in 2014.

5. Damon was inducted into the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame in 2019.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Johnny Damon

1. “I feel like I’m a perfect example of someone who’s worked really hard and is getting the most out of their ability.”

2. “I was one of the most popular players in the league, and I was the player nobody wanted.”

3. “We’re just a bunch of idiots trying to win a World Series.”

4. “I love everything about New York, the people, the atmosphere, the culture.”

5. “Winning the World Series is the ultimate goal, and I’m blessed to have achieved it twice.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Johnny Damon’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $60 million.

Children

Johnny Damon has eight children. He has two daughters, Devon Rose and Danica Rayne, from his first marriage to Angela Vannice. With his second wife, Michelle Mangan, he has six children: Jackson, Madelyn, and five more whose names are not widely publicized.