Jay Johnson (minors05)

Jay R. Johnson

• Bats Right, Throws Left
• Height 6' 2", Weight 210 lb.
• Schools Lethbridge College, Texas Tech University

• Born December 21, 1989 in Sussex Corner, NB Canada

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Biographical Information

Pitcher Jay Johnson was selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the 25th round of the 2009 amateur draft and then chosen by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 26th round of the 2010 amateur draft but went unsigned by both clubs due to concerns over the health of his left elbow. He was signed by the Philadelphia Phillies prior to the 2011 season and spent that year with the Lakewood BlueClaws, going 1-5 with a 2.94 ERA and 5 saves in 40 outings. After the season, he was a member of Team Canada in the 2011 Baseball World Cup and the 2011 Pan American Games.