Art Johnson (johnsar02)

Arthur Henry Johnson (Lefty)

• Bats Left, Throws Left
• Height 6' 2", Weight 185 lb.
• Debut September 22, 1940
• Final Game September 19, 1942
• Born July 16, 1916 in Winchester, MA USA
• Died April 27, 2008 in Holden, MA USA

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Biographical Information

Art Johnson pitched three seasons for the Boston Braves, from 1940-42.

Most of his appearances were with the 1941 Boston Braves, whom he led in games appeared with 43, of which 18 were starts. His teammates included the elderly Paul Waner, Lloyd Waner, and Earl Averill.

Johnson spent 1943-1945 in the Navy.

He is not to be confused with another Art Johnson, another lefty who pitched in 1927.