"Johnny did some excellent work for the Yankees in 1952, reminiscent of his great days with the Boston Braves. He appeared in 35 games, winning 11 and losing six.
He first came to the majors in 1942 with the Braves. After three years in the service, Johnny won 20 games in 1946, 21 in 1947 and 24, most in the league, in 1948. He won 20 again in 1950.
Johnny was sold to the Yankees in August 1951."
-1953 Bowman No. 25
"Big Johnny is on the road to recovery from the arm troubles he suffered in 1949.
He's been in pro ball since 1936 and came up to the big leagues in 1942 with the Braves. After three years in the service, Johnny chalked up records of 20-14, 21-12, 24-15, 10-17 and 20-13 for the Braves from 1946 through 1950.
The Yankees picked him up in August of 1951 for pennant insurance and Johnny came through for them with two important victories."
-1953 Topps No. 119
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