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Davey Johnson

ATLANTA, GA - MAY 25: Davey Johnson #5 of the Washington Nationals looks on from the dugout against the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field on May 25, 2012 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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About Davey Johnson

David Allen "Yox" Johnson (born January 30, 1943 in Orlando, Florida) is a former second baseman, designated hitter, and manager in Major League Baseball. Johnson played for the Baltimore Orioles (1965–1972), Atlanta Braves (1973–1975), Philadelphia Phillies (1977–78) and Chicago Cubs (1978). Also, he played in the Japanese League for the Yomiuri Giants (1975–1976). Johnson was also a very successful manager in the 1980s and 1990s. Johnson managed the New York Mets (1984–1990), Cincinnati Reds (1993–1995), Baltimore Orioles (1996–1997), and Los Angeles Dodgers (1999–2000). Johnson is currently the manager for Team USA baseball.

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