John Russell (minors04)

John David Russell
(Honey)

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 1.5", Weight 220 lb.
• Born May 31, 1903 in Brooklyn, NY USA
• Died November 15, 1973 in Orange, NJ USA

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Biographical Information

Outfielder John Russell played for the Waynesboro Villagers in 1926, hitting .271 with 2 home runs in 85 games. He was signed by and released by multiple other teams in 1927 and 1929, however his playing record with them, if he played at all, is unavailable. He later became a scout for the Boston/Milwaukee/Atlanta Braves (1949-1968), Montreal Expos (1969-1972) and Chicago White Sox (1973). He won the Turk Karam Award in 1970.