Bill Johnson (johnsbi01)
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William F. Johnson (Sleepy Bill)
- Bats Left, Throws Left
- Weight 140 lb.
- Debut June 27, 1884
- Final Game April 27, 1892
- Born September, 1862 in New Jersey USA
- Died July 17, 1942 in Chester, PA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Outfielder Sleepy Bill Johnson played in three major leagues but had most of his success in the waning days of the American Association.
As a regular outfielder for the 1891 Baltimore Orioles, he hit .271 with 14 triples. Teammates included George Van Haltren and an 18-year-old John McGraw.
He is not to be confused with two other major leaguers of the same name, Bill Johnson and Bill Johnson.
