JOHNNY DAMON RUMORS & GOSSIP

Box Score: White Sox 12, Indians 6

This game looked a lot like the other two contests of this series, but was a lot more damaging. With the White Sox (26-22) victory, they are now just one-half game behind the Tribe (26-21) in the AL Central. Oy. Some of the highlights from today: Ubaldo Jimenez continued with his early-inning struggles, Lou Marson got hit in the mouth with a pitch and Johnny Damon hit his first home...
Via Waiting For Next Year  |  3 days ago

5/27 Game Recap: Indians 6 - White Sox 12

Player of the Game Johnny Damon finally hit his first home run as an Indian, giving him enough points to be today's Player of the Game. Damon went 1-4 today. Most of his points came from his 3-run home run in the 2nd inning. His score of 5.45 gave him his first Player of the Game of the season. Feathers Up In his 3rd Major League game, Juan Diaz got his first (and second...
Via Burning River Baseball  |  3 days ago

While We’re Waiting… Young Indians rising, Damon slumping and Benjamin streaking

While We’re Waiting serves as the early morning gathering of WFNY-esque information for your viewing pleasure. Have something you think we should see? Send it to our tips email at tips@waitingfornextyear.com. “So how about enjoying the “rise” of these players? How about the organization touting THESE players to generate fan interest instead of relying on nostalgia ...
Via Waiting For Next Year  |  16 days ago

Johnny Damon Has No Business In Hall of Fame

Johnny Damon believes he belongs in the Hall of Fame even if he doesn’t surpass 3,000 hits. He says his high ranking on the all-time runs and doubles lists as well as the fact that he’s been a clean player in the steroids era make him Hall worthy. Can you picture it? You’re walking through Cooperstown, you see the plaques for Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Willie Mays… and then...
Via Rant Sports  |  16 days ago

Boston fans finally cheer Damon again

Johnny Damon finally felt welcome again at Fenway Park. Damon received a hearty round of applause when video highlights of his days with the Red Sox played during Boston's 12-1 win over Cleveland on Sunday. Now a member of the Indians, Damon says it was the first warm reception he's had in Boston since he left the Red Sox after the 2005 season and signed as a free agent...
Via Fox Sports  |  17 days ago

Damon to report to Indians on Tuesday; will wear 33

It is official. Johnny Damon will join the big league club on Tuesday- “The Indians will have some help blowing into the Windy City this week. Veteran outfielder Johnny Damon will join the club for its upcoming road series against the White Sox. Damon has spent the bulk of the past two weeks training at the Tribe’s complex in Goodyear, Ariz., but he will have a locker...
Via Waiting For Next Year  |  April 30, 2012

Report: Johnny Damon Could Join Indians Tuesday in Chicago

The Plain Dealer’s Paul Hoynes reports that the recently signed Johnny Damon could be added to the Tribe roster by Tuesday for the opening of their three-game series against the White Sox in Chicago. Damon, 38, hit .261 and had a .743 OPS with 16 homers, 73 RBI, and 19 steals last season with Tampa Bay. Damon will get a good chunk of playing time in left field, where Shelley...
Via Waiting For Next Year  |  April 29, 2012

Sources: Tribe lands OF Johnny Damon

Johnny Damon finally has a team. Damon, 38, will sign a free-agent contract with the Cleveland Indians, according to major league sources. The deal will include a full no-trade clause and an out clause that will allow Damon to become a free agent on a specified date after outfielder Grady Sizemore returns from back surgery, sources said. Sizemore, who is on the 60-day disabled list...
Via Fox Sports Ohio  |  April 12, 2012

Sources: Indians snag free agent Damon

Johnny Damon finally has a team. Damon, 38, will sign a free-agent contract with the Cleveland Indians, according to major-league sources. The deal will include a full no-trade clause and an "out" clause that will allow Damon to become a free agent on a specified date after outfielder Grady Sizemore returns from back surgery, sources said. Sizemore, who is on the 60...
Via Fox Sports  |  April 12, 2012
BACK ON BOARD?

Damon a possibility for Yanks

The Yankees are currently exploring DH options, and one name that has come up is Johnny Damon. A reunion with Damon could give the Yankees stability at an affordable price.

Via Rant Sports  |  January 15, 2012
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