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Cliff
Johnson
Designated Hitter
Birthdate
22/7/1947
BAT/THR
Right/Right
Birthplace
San Antonio, United States
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Position
Designated Hitter
Birthdate
22/7/1947
BAT/THR
Right/Right
Birthplace
San Antonio, United States
Career History
Toronto Blue Jays
1983, 1985*-1986 (4 Seasons)
Texas Rangers
1985*-1985 (1 Season)
Oakland Athletics
1981-1982 (2 Seasons)
Chicago Cubs
1980*-1980 (1 Season)
Cleveland Indians
1979*-1980* (2 Seasons)
New York Yankees
1977*-1979* (3 Seasons)
Houston Astros
1972-1977* (6 Seasons)
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