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Judy Johnson

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Judy Johnson was an American Negro leagues third baseman, player-manager, and coach whose career included the Hilldale Club and the Pittsburgh Crawfords. He was known for disciplined fielding and played for several prominent Negro league teams before later working as a scout and coach in organized baseball. Johnson was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1975.

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What position did Judy Johnson play?

Judy Johnson was a standout third baseman in Negro league baseball and also played shortstop. He was associated with teams including the Hilldale Daisies, Pittsburgh Crawfords and Homestead Grays.

When was Judy Johnson inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame?

Johnson was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1975. He became only the fourth third baseman honored in Cooperstown at the time of his election.

What did Judy Johnson accomplish with the Hilldale Daisies?

He helped Hilldale win three consecutive Eastern Colored League pennants from 1923 through 1925. Hilldale also won the 1925 Negro World Series after losing the inaugural series to the Kansas City Monarchs in 1924.

Did Judy Johnson work in baseball after his playing career?

Yes. He became a manager, scout and coach, including work with the Philadelphia Athletics and other Major League organizations. In 1954, he served as a spring-training coach for the Athletics.