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Former Braves First-Rounder Kelly Johnson Joins 755!
Former Braves First-Rounder Kelly Johnson Joins 755!
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Length:
79 minutes
Released:
Apr 21, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
DOB & EOF welcome former MLB utility player, journeyman and Braves first-round selection, Kelly Johnson, to the program! Eric and Johnson reflect on their time playing together with the Mets, including Eric's awkward NL Championship ring reception (3:30). Johnson recalls his time with the 2005 Braves, better known as the 'Baby Braves', and being called up around the same time as Brian McCann (11:25) as well as playing with "The Natural", Jeff Francoeur (19:50). He then discusses his time with the Diamondbacks following his first stint with Atlanta as well as his thoughts on AJ Hinch's management of Arizona (29:30). Johnson details his unique career path as a journeyman who played for eight different organizations (38:45) before discussing the importance of camaraderie and leadership (49:40) and if today's game is more difficult (1:04:50).
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Released:
Apr 21, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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