John Allen Denny

Position: Pitcher
Bats: Right, Throws: Right
Height: 6' 3", Weight: 185 lb.

Born: November 8, 1952 in Prescott, AZ
High School: Prescott HS (Prescott, AZ)
Drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 29th round of the 1970 amateur draft.
Signed June 19, 1970. (All Transactions)
Debut: September 12, 1974 (Age 21)   vs. NYM 0.0 IP, 1 H, 0 SO, 0 BB, 0 ER
Teams (by GP): Cardinals/Phillies/Indians/Reds 1974-1986
Agents: Richie Bry [*]
Final Game: August 18, 1986 (Age 33)   vs. SDP 3 AB, 2 H, 0 HR, 1 RBI, 0 SB
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