Johnny Damon
2X World Series Champion & Boston Red Sox Hall of Famer
Johnny Damon is a two-time World Series champion, two-time MLB All-Star and one of the most recognizable outfielders of his generation. During an 18-year Major League Baseball career, he became known for his speed, consistent hitting, outgoing personality and pivotal role in two historic championship seasons.
Damon was selected by the Kansas City Royals in the first round of the 1992 MLB Draft and made his major-league debut in 1995. After six seasons with Kansas City and one with the Oakland Athletics, he joined the Boston Red Sox in 2002. Damon became a fan favorite and an essential part of the 2004 team that overcame a three-game deficit against the New York Yankees in the American League Championship Series before winning Boston’s first World Series title in 86 years.
Damon later joined the Yankees and helped New York win the 2009 World Series, giving him championships with both sides of baseball’s most famous rivalry. He completed his career with 2,769 hits, 235 home runs, 1,139 RBIs, 1,668 runs and 408 stolen bases. Damon was inducted into the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to the franchise.
Since retiring, Damon has remained connected to baseball, charitable initiatives and fan events. He has also served as an MLB strategy advisor to the Orlando Dreamers organization, which has pursued bringing a Major League Baseball franchise to Orlando.
Damon’s championship experience, engaging personality and place in Red Sox history make him a popular choice for corporate events, autograph signings, golf tournaments, charitable programs and baseball celebrations. He offers audiences memorable stories from two championship organizations and one of the most significant seasons in Boston sports history.
Teams: Kansas City Royals, Oakland Athletics, Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, Detroit Tigers, Tampa Bay Rays, Cleveland Indians
