He quickly became a fan favorite with his all around hustle.
The start of the 2004 season saw a new look from Damon. Still feeling the effects from his concussion after the collusion in Game 5 of the 2003 ALDS, Johnny had migraines everyday in the off-season and therefore, he let his hair and beard grow out. He reported to spring training 2004 looking like an actor from "The Passion of Christ".
Some even nicknamed him "Captain Caveman". He had a following calling themselves "The Damon Disciples".
His look was a popular costume for Halloween. Johnny becomes a free agent after the 2005 season.
Johnny was originally signed by Allard Baird after he was selected as a sandwich pick between the first and second rounds of the June 1992 draft as compensation for the signing of Kurt Stillwell by San Diego...He Graduated from Dr. Phillips High School (Orlando, FL) in 1992...Named to the USA Today's High School All-America team...Named the Florida Gatorade Player of the Year as a senior...He served as honorary co-chairman of the Medical Center of Independence Benefit Golf Classic from 1996-2000...He also serves as a spokesperson for the Muscular Dystrophy Association...He has been nominated for national honors such as the Roberto Clemente Man of the Year award, for outstanding service to his team and community; and the Branch Rickey Award, which is given to the MLB player who best personifies "service above self".
--Johnny's Official Site
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