Johnny Damon to participate in Yankees' Old-Timers Game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 5:34 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Johnny Damon, a key player for both the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees, has been selected for the Yankees' upcoming Old-Timers Game. Damon was part of the 2004 Red Sox championship team and later won with the Yankees in 2009. Known for his significant contributions in both cities, he played four seasons in Boston and later excelled in New York. His selection underscores his unique legacy in the rivalry between the two teams. The rosters for the event were announced on July 29, 2026.
- •Damon was a World Series champion with the Red Sox and Yankees.
- •He played four seasons with the Red Sox, batting.295.
- •Damon's selection was announced on July 29, 2026.
- •He has a significant legacy in both Boston and New York.
- •The event serves to honor former players and their contributions.
- 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox 2004 Hero Picked for Yankees' Old-Timers Game
"It's one of the more complicated legacies in this Boston-New York rivalry.
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